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Larkspur Academy
Tower Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7LP, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
83.0 / 100
Top 17%
Better than 83% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
87
Capacity
180
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
48%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 82% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 10% nationally. The school has a high LocaleIQ score of 83.0, indicating it outperforms 83% of schools in the area. However, only 9% of pupils achieve the higher standard, which may be a consideration for parents seeking advanced academic challenges.
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Last inspected: 11 January 2023Quality 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%. | 82% | Top 10% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 9% | Top 41% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British69.0%
Asian Indian10.3%
Black African8.0%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.3%
White Other2.3%
Gypsy/Roma1.1%
Black Other1.1%
White Irish1.1%
Black Caribbean1.1%
traveller_irish1.1%
Location
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51.81753, -0.02294 · SG12 7LP
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN146359
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitelarkspurprimary.org/
Frequently asked questions
What is Larkspur Academy rated by Ofsted?
Larkspur Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 January 2023.
Is Larkspur Academy a good school?
Larkspur Academy scores 83.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 17% 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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