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Chilton Academy
Chilton, Off New South View, Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17 0PT, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
46.9 / 100
Bottom 47%
Better than 47% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
283
Capacity
378
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
75%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in key stage 2, where 63% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 56% of schools nationally. However, only 7% of students achieve the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11, with a moderate LocaleIQ score reflecting its standing within the local educational landscape.
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Last inspected: 5 April 2011Older 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%. | 63% | Bottom 44% 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 British92.9%
Gypsy/Roma1.8%
Black Other1.1%
White Other1.1%
Black African1.1%
Other0.7%
Mixed W+Asian0.4%
Mixed Other0.4%
White Irish0.4%
traveller_irish0.4%
Location
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54.65952, -1.55638 · DL17 0PT
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN145594
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.chilton.durham.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Chilton Academy rated by Ofsted?
Chilton Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 5 April 2011.
Is Chilton Academy a good school?
Chilton Academy scores 46.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 47% 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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