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Birtley House Independent School
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Birtley House Independent School
- Primary
- West Kingsdown TN15 6AY
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Foundational Skills: The mathematics curriculum prioritises number skills as the bedrock of mathematics learning. Teachers promote inclusion and accessibility for all students.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils’ social and communication skills blossom in a positive, nurturing environment. High expectations and effective support help pupils succeed.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum in some foundation subjects is not as well-developed as English and mathematics, needing more clarity and effective teaching strategies.
Performance in Maths & Reading: The mathematics curriculum unashamedly prioritises number skills and ensures that pupils get the practice they need without feeling stuck. Reading is supported by a wide variety of texts.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils are given extra help and targeted support as necessary; teachers use high expectations to buoy lessons.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour in lessons is excellent, showing focus, concentration, effort, and determination with moments of humour.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders plan thoughtfully to meet EHC plans requirements, focusing on inclusion in class and using helpful strategies.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and issues are successfully dealt with. The environment is attractive and well-kept.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Health, safety, and welfare management is diligent and systematic. Staff are vigilant about safeguarding concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents can give their opinions on Ofsted Parent View. Leaders share guidance with parents, promoting healthy lifestyles.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils regularly venture out on trips, including to libraries, shops, cafés, castles, and places of worship.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers check pupils’ progress against the curriculum carefully, leading to confident and able mathematicians and readers.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers have expertise in teaching pupils with SEND, offering help and encouragement to promote independence.
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Birtley House Independent School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 38 students from age 5-11 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Every child is valued as an individual, and our teaching strategies take into account different learning preferences. Our course offerings are imaginative, diverse, and dyslexia-friendly. Our cross-curricular programme covers every subject covered in the National Curriculum, including swimming and sport, as well as teaching social, communication, and linguistic needs, including English as a Second Language (EAL), emotional intelligence, motor skills, and citizenship skills. While maintaining a largely Christian character, Birtley House School accepts students of all religions. Between Key Stages 1 and 2, we have four courses. There is a high staff-to-student ratio in our small classes, and many programmes utilise our lovely surroundings. In close collaboration with parents, we help students build on their strengths while pursuing demanding but attainable goals in their areas of need. For information on the included supplementary support, see the "Fees" page. For additional information about our services and instructional strategies, see our "About Us" page.
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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 |
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