HAMPSHIRE’S 11-year-olds are outperforming their counterparts elsewhere in the country at the end of their primary school education.

Analysis of May’s Key Stage 2 assessment tests found they are top of the group in every measure, compared with their statistical neighbours.

Peter Edgar, Hampshire County Council’s executive member for education, said: “This is fantastic news and is testament to the high standard of education we have in this county. It reflects why more than 90 per cent of Hampshire schools are judged to be good or outstanding by Ofsted.

“I would like to congratulate school staff and pupils for their excellent performance. We are fortunate in being able to support our family of schools with a range of school improvement and other services that contribute to their ability to excel.”

Nationally, 61 per cent of children achieved the expected level in reading, writing and mathematics whereas in Hampshire the figure was 65 per cent.