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Hillside Avenue Primary and Nursery School, Thorpe
Hillside Avenue, Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0QW, Norfolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
33.6 / 100
Bottom 34%
Better than 34% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
392
Capacity
472
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
83%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 50% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, this primary school demonstrates solid academic achievement compared to national averages. The school also ranks in the top 83% for expected standards, although only 11% reach the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in stretching the most able students. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for young learners aged 3 to 11, with a focus on foundational skills.
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Last inspected: 27 September 2022Quality 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%. | 50% | Bottom 17% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 11% | Top 31% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British85.5%
White Other4.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Asian Chinese1.3%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Black African1.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
Mixed Other0.8%
Asian Indian0.8%
Asian Other0.5%
Other0.3%
Asian Bangladeshi0.3%
Location
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52.62956, 1.35081 · NR7 0QW
School details
Local authorityNorfolk
RegionEast of England
URN143280
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.hillsideavenue.org/
Frequently asked questions
What is Hillside Avenue Primary and Nursery School, Thorpe rated by Ofsted?
Hillside Avenue Primary and Nursery School, Thorpe was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 September 2022.
Is Hillside Avenue Primary and Nursery School, Thorpe a good school?
Hillside Avenue Primary and Nursery School, Thorpe scores 33.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 34% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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