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Wickhambrook Primary Academy
Wickhambrook, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8XN, Suffolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
90.9 / 100
Top 9%
Better than 91% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
176
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
84%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary academy demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 70% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 36% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 83% recommending the school, indicating a positive community environment. However, limited data on specific subjects or progress measures may require further exploration for a comprehensive understanding.
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Last inspected: 24 September 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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%. | 70% | Top 36% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 30% | Top 2% UK |
Parent View (57 responses)
★★★★★4.0
School keeps me informed
97%
My child is happy
95%
Good range of subjects
95%
My child feels safe
93%
Good range of extra-curricular
90%
Progress is communicated
90%
My child makes good progress
88%
School has high expectations
88%
School supports development
86%
I'd recommend this school
83%
Behaviour is good
75%
School responds to concerns
60%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.3%
White Other2.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Mixed Other1.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.6%
Gypsy/Roma0.6%
Asian Indian0.6%
Black African0.6%
traveller_irish0.6%
Location
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52.16672, 0.55131 · CB8 8XN
School details
Local authoritySuffolk
RegionEast of England
URN142995
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.wickhambrookschool.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Wickhambrook Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Wickhambrook Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 September 2024.
Is Wickhambrook Primary Academy a good school?
Wickhambrook Primary Academy scores 90.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 9% 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 Wickhambrook Primary Academy?
Based on 57 Ofsted Parent View responses, Wickhambrook Primary Academy receives a satisfaction score of 81% across all parent survey questions.
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