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Puriton Primary School
Rowlands Rise, Puriton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 8BT, Somerset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
68.5 / 100
Top 32%
Better than 69% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
198
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 79% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 15% nationally. The school's LocaleIQ score of 68.5 indicates it performs better than 69% of schools, reflecting overall positive outcomes and parent satisfaction. However, only 7% of students achieve a higher standard in KS2, which may be a consideration for parents focused on advanced academic achievement.
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Last inspected: 23 May 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%. | 79% | Top 15% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 7% | Bottom 47% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British94.9%
White Other1.5%
Black African1.0%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
White Irish0.5%
Location
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51.16725, -2.97307 · TA7 8BT
School details
Local authoritySomerset
RegionSouth West
URN144436
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Puriton Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Puriton Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 May 2023.
Is Puriton Primary School a good school?
Puriton Primary School scores 68.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 32% 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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