Explore other schools in this area
See every school around BH24 2LE on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
St Ives Primary & Nursery School
Sandy Lane, St. Ives, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2LE, Dorset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
97.0 / 100
Top 3%
Better than 97% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
256
Capacity
240
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
107%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional performance in key stage 2, where 90% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out in Dorset. The school is in the top 3% nationally for expected outcomes, demonstrating a strong commitment to academic excellence. Parent satisfaction is likely high, given the school's impressive LocaleIQ score of 97.0, reflecting its strong reputation within the community.
Explore this location
Start from postcode BH24 2LE — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around St Ives Primary & Nursery School
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 6 December 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 90% | Top 3% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.2%
White Other2.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Mixed Other1.2%
Other1.2%
Asian Indian0.8%
Asian Bangladeshi0.8%
Mixed W+Asian0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
Black Other0.4%
Asian Chinese0.4%
Location
Loading map…
50.83827, -1.82352 · BH24 2LE
School details
Local authorityDorset
RegionSouth West
URN142505
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.stivesprimary.com
Frequently asked questions
What is St Ives Primary & Nursery School rated by Ofsted?
St Ives Primary & Nursery School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 December 2023.
Is St Ives Primary & Nursery School a good school?
St Ives Primary & Nursery School scores 97.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 3% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What are the best schools near BH24 2LE?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near BH24 2LE with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.