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Arnside National CofE School
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Arnside National CofE School
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- Arnside LA5 0DW
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading has been placed at the heart of the curriculum.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils benefit from an exciting, ambitious curriculum that spans a broad range of subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a small number of subjects, the curriculum does not identify clearly enough the opportunities for pupils to make connections between their current learning and their earlier learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils typically achieve well.
Support for Falling Behind: The school is adept at using information from assessment activities to identify whether pupils have any missing knowledge.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in and around school, reflecting the school’s values.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff make appropriate adaptations to their delivery of the curriculum to ensure that pupils with SEND are able to learn successfully.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong relationships with staff help pupils to feel happy and secure at school.
Parent Feedback: Inspectors considered the views expressed by parents in their responses to Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: The school communicates closely with parents, carers and with other professionals to secure extra support for these pupils when this is needed.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils broaden their cultural knowledge through visits to galleries, theatres and museums.
Teacher Engagement: The school provides training for staff to enable them to deliver the curriculum effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: In each subject, carefully selected texts support pupils’ learning and the expansion of their vocabulary.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff check regularly to ensure that pupils have understood new learning. Any misconceptions are swiftly addressed.
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About Us
Arnside National CofE School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 112 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 85% 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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Arnside National CE Primary School is an Academy School set within an area of 'Outstanding Natural Beauty' against the backdrop of Morecambe Bay. 130 students are currently being taught in 5 classes. Additionally, our vibrant Nursery offers up to 26 part-time spots for kids. For more information about our village and surrounding area you could visit the Village Website or Parish Council.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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C
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.4 | 17.2 | 21 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 103 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 111 | 104 | 107 |
| 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 | 106 | 89 | 97 |
| Reading | 111 | 92 | 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 | 85% | 53% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 7.38% | 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 | 3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | Below Average |
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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.
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 | 103 2 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 93 | 95 |
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 | 59% 29 | 61.76% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 1 | 9.28% | 9.72% |
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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
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 | 105 1 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 92 | 95 |
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 | 88% 8 | 55.61% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 1 | 8.1% | 9.16% |
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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below Average |
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 | 106 | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 86 | 93 |
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 | 80% | 52.75% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 8.05% | 8.19% |
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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Arnside National CofE School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
