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Gatten and Lake Primary School

Shanklin · Isle of Wight · PO37 7DG. primary · Community school · State-funded · Ages 5 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Ofsted overall: Good
KS2 RWM expected: 63%
Attainment 8: —
English & maths 9–4: —

Ofsted publication date: 12/01/2023. Open Ofsted report

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What is Gatten and Lake Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Gatten and Lake Primary School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 12/01/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are Gatten and Lake Primary School's Key Stage 2 results?

Published DfE figures show 63% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (RWM) at the end of primary. Compare with neighbours in School Compass — not as a league table.

Where is Gatten and Lake Primary School?

Gatten and Lake Primary School is in Shanklin (PO37 7DG), Isle of Wight. URN 118158.

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Inspection excerpt

Verbatim from the published report (School inspection: Good School inspection · 15 November 2022). Open the full PDF for context.

Pupils across the school are settled and happy. They engage in activities in the ‘learning street’ with enthusiasm. Pupils are eager to share their learning. They aspire to fulfil the school vision of ‘excellence for each child, each day’. Staff are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational…

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Curriculum

Science: In science, the children will be developing their knowledge of Space and our solar system.

Source page · scanned 2026-09-17

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Gatten and Lake Primary School
URN: 118158
Local authority: Isle of Wight
Town: Shanklin
Postcode: PO37 7DG
Ofsted overall: Good (12/01/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-29
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/118158/
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