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Northwood Primary School

Cowes · Isle of Wight · PO31 8PU. primary · Academy converter · 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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Published snapshot

Figures come from the same Isle of Wight index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.

Ofsted overall
Good
KS2 RWM expected
50%
Attainment 8
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English & maths 9–4
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Ofsted publication date: 21/03/2024. Open Ofsted report

Common questions

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What is Northwood Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Northwood Primary School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 21/03/2024). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are Northwood Primary School's Key Stage 2 results?

Published DfE figures show 50% 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 Northwood Primary School?

Northwood Primary School is in Cowes (PO31 8PU), Isle of Wight. URN 139454.

How do I compare Northwood Primary School with nearby schools?

Open School Compass with Northwood Primary School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.

Inspection excerpt

Verbatim from the published report (School inspection: Good School inspection · 20 February 2024). Open the full PDF for context.

Pupils are proud to be part of this school. They know their teachers want them to work hard and be the best they can be. The school’s values, including empathy, responsibility and belonging, help everyone to feel a valued part of the school. This camaraderie between pupils means, as one pupil said, ‘Your classmates…

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From the school's website

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Ethos & values

Our children are happy, safe, inspired, challenged, enthusiastic, caring and most importantly confident and chatty!

Source page · scanned 2026-09-17

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Citation

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Northwood Primary School
URN: 139454
Local authority: Isle of Wight
Town: Cowes
Postcode: PO31 8PU
Ofsted overall: Good (21/03/2024)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-29
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/139454/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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