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Blaydon West Primary School
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Blaydon West Primary School
- Primary
- Gateshead NE21 4PY
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school has a good approach to teaching reading and phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress from their starting points, with improvements in mathematics being effective.
Areas Needing Improvement: Progress in writing is not as strong as in other subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards are broadly average in English and mathematics by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers work in close partnership with skilled teaching assistants to ensure pupils receive the help they need.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school, demonstrating positive attitudes towards learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Senior leaders strive to ensure all pupils perform equally well, with early identification and support for those with special educational needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and know who to turn to if they need support; they understand that bullying is not tolerated.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school's clear initiatives encourage regular attendance and punctuality; however, attendance remains below average.
Parent Feedback: Parents' involvement is generally good, but the school's website does not provide up-to-date information.
Parental Involvement: The school involves most parents well, enhancing communication and engagement in several aspects of the school's work.
Extracurricular Activities: A good range of extra-curricular activities enhances pupils' learning and personal development.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor area activities in the Early Years Foundation Stage contribute to lively and interesting teaching.
Teacher Engagement: Senior leaders have effective systems in place to check the quality of teaching and learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Good teaching has led to increased consistency in quality and rapid progress in several subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Not all teaching is as good, and some lesson introductions lack focus, slowing pupil progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers mark pupils' work regularly but do not consistently suggest actionable improvements.
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About Us
Blaydon West Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 194 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 70% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.5 | - | 22.5 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 107 | 104 |
| 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 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 103 | 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 | 70% | 61.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 6.28% | 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 | 4.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | Above 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 | 105 3 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 7 | 100 | 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 | 65% 29 | 64.47% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 9 | 9.06% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | 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 | 108 1 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 8 | 103 | 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 | 94% 30 | 67.78% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 6 | 9.47% | 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 | 4.5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 4.5 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 4.5 | Well 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 | 107 | 102 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 102 | 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 | 64% | 64.57% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.84% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 5.0 | Well Above Average |
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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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Blaydon West Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1