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Northstowe Learning Community
Stirling Road, Northstowe, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 1DJ, Cambridgeshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
71.6 / 100
Top 28%
Better than 72% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
772
Capacity
2,830
Ages
4–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
27%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this all-through school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in GCSE results where it ranks in the top 25% nationally for Attainment 8, achieving an average score of 51.4. Additionally, 70% of students secure grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 55% achieve grade 5 or higher, indicating solid foundational skills. However, the EBacc entry rate of 46% may suggest room for growth in encouraging a broader curriculum focus.
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Last inspected: 21 March 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 51.4 | Top 25% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 70% | Top 38% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 55% | Top 25% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 46% | Top 21% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 40% | Top 21% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British60.6%
White Other11.0%
Mixed Other4.4%
Asian Indian4.1%
Asian Chinese3.6%
Other3.5%
Mixed W+B African1.9%
Black African1.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Asian Pakistani1.2%
Asian Other0.6%
White Irish0.6%
Asian Bangladeshi0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
Black Caribbean0.1%
Location
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52.28066, 0.06811 · CB24 1DJ
School details
Local authorityCambridgeshire
RegionEast of England
URN148128
School typeAcademy converter
Websitenorthstowe.education
Frequently asked questions
What is Northstowe Learning Community rated by Ofsted?
Northstowe Learning Community was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 March 2023.
Is Northstowe Learning Community a good school?
Northstowe Learning Community scores 71.6/100 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.
How do pupils perform at Northstowe Learning Community in GCSEs?
Northstowe Learning Community achieved an Attainment 8 score of 51.4. 70% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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