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Arboretum Primary School
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Arboretum Primary School
- Primary
- Derby DE23 8GP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritised with a consistent phonic programme in place.
Success of the Curriculum: Well-sequenced curriculum aids knowledge building, especially in writing.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects lack precise evaluation systems.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Robust assessment in English and maths shows strong performance.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff fill gaps in knowledge effectively.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and embrace school rules.
Support for SEND Pupils: Personalised support helps SEND pupils achieve potential.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements in place.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Inclusivity and safety are paramount.
Parent Feedback: Parents are regularly welcomed to events.
Parental Involvement: Community events like Eid picnic foster involvement.
Extracurricular Activities: 50 experiences by end of school, like zorbing, widen horizons.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and engagement.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved writing skills demonstrate teaching effectiveness.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasional recall issues affect student understanding.
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About Us
Arboretum Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 640 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 38% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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As soon as you walk through our front door, you will sense Arboretum's welcome, friendly, and inclusive attitude. We take pleasure in working hard to satisfy the requirements of each individual as a school serving a dynamic and diverse community. We take great pride in being a Model School for RWInc, and our students excel in phonics. We are also pleased with the remarkable development our kids make after they begin attending Arboretum. At Arboretum, everyone strives to Reach for the Stars in everything we do.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
A+
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A+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 2-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21 | 27.7 | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 100 | - |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 99 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 97 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 38% | 51.22% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.16% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Arboretum Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1