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Milefield Primary School
Milefield Lane, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 7BH, Barnsley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
77.1 / 100
Top 23%
Better than 77% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
305
Capacity
315
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 67% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, which places it in the top 45% nationally. The school has a LocaleIQ score of 77.1, indicating it outperforms 77% of schools in the area, suggesting a strong community reputation. However, only 14% of students achieved the higher standard in KS2, which may be a consideration for parents seeking advanced academic challenges.
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Last inspected: 12 March 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & 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%. | 67% | Top 45% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 14% | Top 20% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.3%
White Other12.1%
Asian Indian1.6%
Black African1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.7%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Location
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53.57712, -1.38785 · S72 7BH
School details
Local authorityBarnsley
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN148442
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.milefieldprimary.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Milefield Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Milefield Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 12 March 2024.
Is Milefield Primary School a good school?
Milefield Primary School scores 77.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 23% 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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