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Hardwick Primary School and Nursery
Ferriston, Hardwick School, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 1XE, Oxfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
63.3 / 100
Top 37%
Better than 63% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
255
Capacity
210
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
121%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in reading, writing, and maths, achieving 70% of pupils meeting expected standards at KS2, which places it in the top 36% nationally. While 70% of parents express satisfaction with their experience, a lower percentage of students reach higher standards, with only 3% achieving at that level. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 2-11, making it a viable option for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 24 September 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 70% | Top 36% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 3% | Bottom 25% UK |
Parent View (27 responses)
★★★★★3.4
My child feels safe
85%
Good range of extra-curricular
82%
My child makes good progress
78%
Good range of subjects
78%
My child is happy
74%
School keeps me informed
74%
Behaviour is good
70%
I'd recommend this school
70%
School has high expectations
67%
Progress is communicated
63%
School responds to concerns
56%
School supports development
56%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British54.9%
White Other18.8%
Asian Pakistani9.8%
Mixed Other5.1%
Black African3.1%
Asian Indian2.0%
Mixed W+Asian1.6%
Mixed W+B African1.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Other0.4%
Location
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52.07406, -1.35604 · OX16 1XE
School details
Local authorityOxfordshire
RegionSouth East
URN146810
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.hardwickschool.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Hardwick Primary School and Nursery rated by Ofsted?
Hardwick Primary School and Nursery was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 September 2024.
Is Hardwick Primary School and Nursery a good school?
Hardwick Primary School and Nursery scores 63.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 37% 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 Hardwick Primary School and Nursery?
Based on 27 Ofsted Parent View responses, Hardwick Primary School and Nursery receives a satisfaction score of 68% across all parent survey questions.
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