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Creswick Academy
Sir John Newsom Way, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 4FL, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
4.1 / 100
Bottom 4%
Better than 4% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
374
Capacity
459
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Summary
With a modest KS2 expected combined score of 40%, the school ranks in the top 93% of the UK for expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, indicating a solid foundation for many students. However, the Ofsted rating of "Requires Improvement" suggests there are areas that need attention to enhance overall performance and student experience. Parent satisfaction may be a consideration, as the LocaleIQ score reflects a relatively low standing compared to other schools.
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Last inspected: 6 December 2022Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Requires improvement
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%. | 40% | Bottom 7% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British53.2%
White Other11.2%
Black African10.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.0%
Mixed W+Asian3.5%
Asian Indian3.2%
Mixed Other2.9%
Asian Other2.7%
Mixed W+B African1.9%
Black Other1.6%
Gypsy/Roma0.5%
Other0.5%
Asian Chinese0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.5%
Location
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51.78771, -0.20166 · AL7 4FL
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN150698
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Creswick Academy rated by Ofsted?
Creswick Academy was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 December 2022.
Is Creswick Academy a good school?
Creswick Academy scores 4.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 4% 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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