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Kirkstead Junior Academy
Kirkstead Road, Pinxton, NG16 6NA, Derbyshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
94.8 / 100
Top 5%
Better than 95% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
201
Capacity
240
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
84%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and exceptional performance in key stage 2, this primary school boasts 93% of pupils achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 2% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 95% recommending the school, highlighting strong community support. While there is limited data on specific progress measures, the overall academic results and positive feedback from parents suggest a nurturing and effective learning environment.
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Last inspected: 28 June 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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%. | 93% | Top 2% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 36% | Top 1% UK |
Parent View (21 responses)
★★★★★4.3
My child makes good progress
100%
Good range of subjects
100%
My child feels safe
95%
My child is happy
95%
Good range of extra-curricular
95%
School keeps me informed
95%
Behaviour is good
95%
I'd recommend this school
95%
School supports development
95%
Progress is communicated
95%
School has high expectations
81%
School responds to concerns
57%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.5%
Mixed Other2.0%
White Other1.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Asian Indian1.0%
Other1.0%
Black African1.0%
Location
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53.09147, -1.31921 · NG16 6NA
School details
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN145403
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.pvacademies.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Kirkstead Junior Academy rated by Ofsted?
Kirkstead Junior Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 June 2022.
Is Kirkstead Junior Academy a good school?
Kirkstead Junior Academy scores 94.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 5% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Kirkstead Junior Academy?
Based on 21 Ofsted Parent View responses, Kirkstead Junior Academy receives a satisfaction score of 85% across all parent survey questions.
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