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Waterside Academy
Rowans, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 1NZ, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
48.3 / 100
Bottom 48%
Better than 48% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
177
Capacity
210
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
84%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, this primary school achieves 64% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 52% nationally. While the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is relatively low at 7%, the school is better than 48% of others in the area, indicating a solid foundation for early education. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11.
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Last inspected: 15 June 2022Quality 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%. | 64% | Bottom 48% 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 British53.7%
Mixed Other9.6%
White Other6.2%
Black African2.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.3%
Asian Other2.3%
Asian Indian2.3%
Other2.3%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Black Other1.1%
Asian Chinese0.6%
Location
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51.81239, -0.18241 · AL7 1NZ
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN145257
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.waterside.herts.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Waterside Academy rated by Ofsted?
Waterside Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 June 2022.
Is Waterside Academy a good school?
Waterside Academy scores 48.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 48% 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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