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Ackworth Mill Dam School
Mill Gate, Ackworth, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 7PH, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
72.8 / 100
Top 27%
Better than 73% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
219
Capacity
236
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
93%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 68% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 41% nationally. The school has a solid LocaleIQ score of 72.8, indicating it outperforms 73% of schools in the area, reflecting a positive environment for young learners. However, specific details on progress measures and parent satisfaction are limited, so prospective parents may want to seek additional insights.
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Last inspected: 23 November 2012Older 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%. | 68% | Top 41% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 24% | Top 5% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.6%
White Other2.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Asian Chinese0.5%
Black African0.5%
Location
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53.64321, -1.33150 · WF7 7PH
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN144563
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.milldamschool.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Ackworth Mill Dam School rated by Ofsted?
Ackworth Mill Dam School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 November 2012.
Is Ackworth Mill Dam School a good school?
Ackworth Mill Dam School scores 72.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 27% 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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