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Sowerby Primary Academy
Topcliffe Road, Sowerby, Sowerby Primary Academy, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1RX, North Yorkshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
45.8 / 100
Bottom 46%
Better than 46% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
291
Capacity
339
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
86%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 65% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary academy demonstrates solid academic achievement. The school is in the top 50% nationally for expected progress, although only 4% of pupils reach a higher standard. Overall, parent satisfaction appears positive, making it a commendable choice for families in North Yorkshire.
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Last inspected: 9 December 2014Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 65% | Top 50% 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 British88.0%
White Other3.4%
Black African3.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
Asian Indian1.0%
Mixed Other0.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.3%
Asian Other0.3%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Location
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54.22642, -1.34652 · YO7 1RX
School details
Local authorityNorth Yorkshire
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN145369
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.sowerbyacademy.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Sowerby Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Sowerby Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 9 December 2014.
Is Sowerby Primary Academy a good school?
Sowerby Primary Academy scores 45.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 46% 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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