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Marlborough Primary Academy
Morice Square, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4NJ, Plymouth
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
37.7 / 100
Bottom 38%
Better than 38% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
120
Capacity
244
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
49%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary academy demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 56% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, which places it in the top 72% of schools nationally. While the percentage of pupils achieving higher standards is relatively low at 8%, overall parent satisfaction and community engagement are likely supported by its strong local reputation. However, the LocaleIQ score indicates that it performs better than only 38% of schools, suggesting there may be areas for improvement.
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Last inspected: 1 November 2023Quality 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%. | 56% | Bottom 28% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British57.5%
Black African19.2%
Other5.0%
White Other3.3%
Mixed W+Asian2.5%
Asian Indian1.7%
Mixed Other0.8%
Asian Bangladeshi0.8%
Location
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50.37315, -4.18048 · PL1 4NJ
School details
Local authorityPlymouth
RegionSouth West
URN143891
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.marlboroughacademy.org/
Frequently asked questions
What is Marlborough Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Marlborough Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 1 November 2023.
Is Marlborough Primary Academy a good school?
Marlborough Primary Academy scores 37.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 38% 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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