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Northgate Primary School

Northgate, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3EU, 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
261
Capacity
446
Ages
211
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
59%
Summary

With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, this primary school boasts an impressive 79% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 15% nationally. Parent satisfaction is likely bolstered by its above-average LocaleIQ score, reflecting a positive community perception. However, only 7% of students achieved the higher standard, indicating room for growth in challenging more advanced learners.

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Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 16 February 2022
Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published
MetricValuevs 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 British73.2%
White Other11.1%
Asian Other3.1%
Black African2.7%
Mixed Other2.3%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Asian Indian1.1%
Other1.1%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Asian Chinese0.8%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Location
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51.13098, -3.00574 · TA6 3EU

School details
Local authoritySomerset
RegionSouth West
URN144757
School typeFree schools

Frequently asked questions
What is Northgate Primary School rated by Ofsted?

Northgate Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 16 February 2022.

Is Northgate Primary School a good school?

Northgate 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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