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Haltwhistle Primary Academy
Park Avenue, Haltwhistle, NE49 9BA, Northumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
91.8 / 100
Top 8%
Better than 92% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
204
Capacity
306
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
67%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score placing it in the top 8% of schools, this primary academy demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 72% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, which is above the national average. However, only 4% of students achieved the higher standard in these subjects, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Overall, it offers a supportive environment with a focus on academic achievement for children aged 3-11.
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Last inspected: 14 February 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 72% | Top 31% 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 British99.0%
Mixed Other1.0%
Location
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54.97193, -2.46608 · NE49 9BA
School details
Local authorityNorthumberland
RegionNorth East
URN146372
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Haltwhistle Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Haltwhistle Primary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 14 February 2023.
Is Haltwhistle Primary Academy a good school?
Haltwhistle Primary Academy scores 91.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 8% 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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