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South Stanley Junior School
Tyne Road, South Stanley, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 6PZ, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
66.8 / 100
Top 33%
Better than 67% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
163
Capacity
208
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
78%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in key stage 2, where 74% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 25% nationally. The school has a positive LocaleIQ score, indicating it outperforms 67% of other schools in the area. However, only 11% of students achieve the higher standard, suggesting there is room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 21 May 2024Quality 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%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 11% | Top 31% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.3%
Black African1.8%
White Other1.2%
Asian Bangladeshi1.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.6%
Other0.6%
Asian Pakistani0.6%
Location
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54.86292, -1.69794 · DH9 6PZ
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN145040
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is South Stanley Junior School rated by Ofsted?
South Stanley Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 May 2024.
Is South Stanley Junior School a good school?
South Stanley Junior School scores 66.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 33% 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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