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Gentleshaw Primary Academy
Darlings Lane, Gentleshaw, Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 4LY, Staffordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
60.6 / 100
Top 39%
Better than 61% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
206
Capacity
140
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
147%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 75% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school is among the top 24% in the UK. Parent satisfaction is likely high, as indicated by a LocaleIQ score of 60.6, which places it better than 61% of schools. However, only 4% of students achieve a higher standard, suggesting room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 21 September 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality 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%. | 75% | Top 24% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 4% | Bottom 32% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British95.6%
Mixed Other2.9%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Location
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52.70603, -1.92627 · WS15 4LY
School details
Local authorityStaffordshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN144604
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.gentleshaw-squirrel.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Gentleshaw Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Gentleshaw Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 September 2021.
Is Gentleshaw Primary Academy a good school?
Gentleshaw Primary Academy scores 60.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 39% 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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