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Gorse Covert Primary School
Gorse Covert Road, Birchwood, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 6TS, Warrington
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
72.3 / 100
Top 28%
Better than 72% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
211
Capacity
242
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
87%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 77% of students achieve the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 19% nationally. The school's LocaleIQ score of 72.3 indicates it outperforms 72% of other schools, reflecting a positive environment for learning. However, only 13% of students reach a higher standard in these subjects, which may be a consideration for parents focusing on advanced academic achievement.
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Last inspected: 13 June 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%. | 77% | Top 19% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British79.1%
White Other5.7%
Mixed W+Asian2.4%
Black African2.4%
Mixed Other1.9%
Asian Indian1.4%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Asian Other0.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.5%
Location
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53.42796, -2.50334 · WA3 6TS
School details
Local authorityWarrington
RegionNorth West
URN147389
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.gorsecovert.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Gorse Covert Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Gorse Covert Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 June 2023.
Is Gorse Covert Primary School a good school?
Gorse Covert Primary School scores 72.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 28% 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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