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The Grange School
Latham Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5DX, Halton
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
22.4 / 100
Bottom 22%
Better than 22% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,173
Capacity
1,320
Ages
3–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
89%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, the school demonstrates a solid commitment to quality education. While GCSE attainment is above the national average, particularly in terms of the Attainment 8 score, only 40% of students achieve grade 4 or higher in English and Maths, indicating room for improvement in core subjects. Parent satisfaction appears to be a strength, making it a favorable option for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 4 May 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 36.4 | Bottom 9% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 40% | Bottom 4% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 24% | Bottom 7% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 37% | Bottom 49% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 21% | Bottom 49% UK |
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%. | 53% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | No UK data |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British89.6%
Mixed Other2.9%
White Other2.5%
Other1.1%
Black African0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Black Other0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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53.33472, -2.71464 · WA7 5DX
School details
Local authorityHalton
RegionNorth West
URN144617
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.thegrangeacademy.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Grange School rated by Ofsted?
The Grange School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 4 May 2022.
Is The Grange School a good school?
The Grange School scores 22.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 22% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at The Grange School in GCSEs?
The Grange School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 36.4. 40% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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