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New Silksworth Academy Junior
Blind Lane, New Silksworth, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR3 1AS, Sunderland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
18.2 / 100
Bottom 18%
Better than 18% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
208
Capacity
280
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
74%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school stands out for achieving above the national average in expected standards for reading, writing, and maths at KS2, with 51% of pupils meeting these benchmarks. However, it is worth noting that no students reached the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging all learners. Overall, it may be a suitable choice for parents looking for a school with solid foundational performance in a supportive environment.
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Last inspected: 18 June 2019Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 51% | Bottom 20% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.9%
Black African3.8%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Asian Other1.0%
Mixed Other1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Black Other0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.5%
Location
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54.87401, -1.39968 · SR3 1AS
School details
Local authoritySunderland
RegionNorth East
URN143415
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is New Silksworth Academy Junior rated by Ofsted?
New Silksworth Academy Junior was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 18 June 2019.
Is New Silksworth Academy Junior a good school?
New Silksworth Academy Junior scores 18.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 18% 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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