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Saxmundham Primary School
Brook Farm Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1XQ, Suffolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
44.1 / 100
Bottom 44%
Better than 44% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
254
Capacity
315
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 63% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at the end of Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 56% nationally. While 5% of pupils achieve the higher standard, the school’s overall performance is better than 44% of schools in the area, suggesting a supportive environment for learning. However, parents may want to consider the limited percentage of students reaching the higher standard when evaluating their options.
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Last inspected: 23 April 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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%. | 5% | Bottom 38% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.8%
Mixed Other2.8%
Asian Indian2.4%
Mixed W+Asian1.2%
White Other1.2%
Black African1.2%
Asian Bangladeshi1.2%
Other0.8%
Asian Chinese0.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.4%
Location
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52.21885, 1.48472 · IP17 1XQ
School details
Local authoritySuffolk
RegionEast of England
URN146494
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.saxmundhamprimary.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Saxmundham Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Saxmundham Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 April 2024.
Is Saxmundham Primary School a good school?
Saxmundham Primary School scores 44.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 44% 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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