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Walton Holymoorside Primary School
Holymoor Road, Holymoorside, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7DU, Derbyshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
73.1 / 100
Top 27%
Better than 73% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
376
Capacity
376
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 82% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, placing it in the top 10% nationally. The school also boasts a LocaleIQ score of 73.1, indicating it outperforms 73% of schools in the area, reflecting a positive environment for learning. However, only 8% of students achieved the higher standard in KS2, suggesting there may be room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 7 November 2023Quality 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%. | 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%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British96.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Mixed Other0.5%
Asian Chinese0.5%
White Other0.3%
Asian Indian0.3%
Location
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53.22450, -1.48733 · S42 7DU
School details
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN147120
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Walton Holymoorside Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Walton Holymoorside Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 November 2023.
Is Walton Holymoorside Primary School a good school?
Walton Holymoorside Primary School scores 73.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 27% 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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