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Our comprehensive overview of local school performance, based on the latest Ofsted ratings.
Ofsted inspections reveal that 88% of Ipswich schools have achieved 'Good' or 'Outstanding' ratings, with only a handful requiring improvement.
The big picture: Ofsted ratings serve as a crucial benchmark for educational quality, influencing parental choices and highlighting areas of excellence and improvement across Ipswich's schools.
By the numbers:
58 schools rated in total
7 schools rated Outstanding (12%)
44 schools rated Good (76%)
7 schools rated Requires Improvement (12%)
No schools rated Inadequate
Why it matters: These ratings impact school reputations and student enrollment and can affect community development and property values in Ipswich.
Key insights:
Several special schools and nurseries have achieved 'Outstanding' ratings
Recent inspections show consistent performance, with most schools maintaining 'Good' ratings
A small number of schools require improvement
We shall continue to update the table as new ratings are published by Ofsted.
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