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Newsome Junior Academy
Newsome Junior Academy, Castle Avenue, Newsome, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6JN, Kirklees
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
21.0 / 100
Bottom 21%
Better than 21% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
216
Capacity
240
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
90%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates a solid commitment to education, achieving KS2 expected levels in reading, writing, and maths that place it in the top 77% nationally. However, the percentage of pupils reaching the higher standard is low at just 2%, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. The LocaleIQ score suggests it is performing better than 21% of schools, but parents may want to consider how this aligns with their expectations for educational outcomes.
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Last inspected: 17 October 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%. | 53% | Bottom 23% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 2% | Bottom 21% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British52.3%
Black African13.0%
Asian Pakistani5.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.6%
White Other4.2%
Other2.3%
Asian Other1.9%
Mixed Other1.9%
Black Caribbean1.4%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Black Other0.9%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Asian Bangladeshi0.5%
Location
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53.62522, -1.78951 · HD4 6JN
School details
Local authorityKirklees
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN150570
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.newsomejuniors.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Newsome Junior Academy rated by Ofsted?
Newsome Junior Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 October 2023.
Is Newsome Junior Academy a good school?
Newsome Junior Academy scores 21.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 21% 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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