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Shalford Primary School
Church End, Shalford, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5EZ, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
91.8 / 100
Top 8%
Better than 92% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
75
Capacity
105
Ages
5–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
71%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, boasting 87% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 5% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 91% recommending the school, reflecting a positive community atmosphere. However, with only 75 pupils enrolled, families may want to consider the potential impact of a smaller school environment on social opportunities.
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Last inspected: 24 September 2019Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
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%. | 87% | Top 5% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 47% | Top 0% UK |
Parent View (22 responses)
★★★★4.1
My child is happy
96%
School keeps me informed
96%
Good range of subjects
96%
My child feels safe
91%
My child makes good progress
91%
I'd recommend this school
91%
Progress is communicated
91%
Behaviour is good
86%
School has high expectations
86%
Good range of extra-curricular
77%
School responds to concerns
73%
School supports development
73%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British94.7%
Mixed Other4.0%
White Other1.3%
Location
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51.92459, 0.50449 · CM7 5EZ
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN142935
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.shalford.compassps.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Shalford Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Shalford Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 September 2019.
Is Shalford Primary School a good school?
Shalford Primary School scores 91.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 8% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Shalford Primary School?
Based on 22 Ofsted Parent View responses, Shalford Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 83% across all parent survey questions.
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