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Barling Magna Primary Academy
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Barling Magna Primary Academy
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- Barling Magna SS3 0LN
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
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Foundational Skills: Teaching reading has a high priority; all children read every day. High-quality phonics sessions ensure younger pupils learn to read quickly.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have embedded a culture of high expectations, resulting in improved pupil achievement and behaviour.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need time to further develop knowledge in subjects such as geography to support pupils more effectively.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in reading, writing, and mathematics, with high expectations for work quality.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind in reading are quickly identified and receive necessary support to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils maintain a high level of concentration and commitment in lessons, leading to positive learning attitudes.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school provides good support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, adapting work to meet their needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare. Pupils feel safe and know there are caring adults they can turn to.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff receive regular training and can recognize signs of harm, ensuring rigorous follow-up on concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents describe the school as ‘a lovely school with a small village feel.’
Parental Involvement: Leaders involve parents through initiatives like 'family Friday,' engaging them in Reception class activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils join various clubs and experience exciting outings, including visits to the theatre and planetarium.
Outdoor Facilities: Early years provision includes varied indoor and outdoor opportunities, developing social and physical skills.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers focus on high expectations for work quality, maintaining positive pupil attitudes.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' strong focus and established routines result in improved pupil achievement and behaviour.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: All subjects have clear plans meeting national curriculum demands, but further evaluation is needed for some subjects.
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About Us
Barling Magna Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 183 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 50% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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C
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.8 | 21.6 | 12.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 102 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 104 | 111 |
| 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 | 103 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 98 | 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 | 50% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.79% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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.
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 4 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 97 | 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 | 74% 5 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 3 | 10.71% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 | 108 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 | 95 | 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 | 79% | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 10% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 4.8 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above 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 | - | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 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 | - | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 9.05% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Barling Magna Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1