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Bowesfield Primary School
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Bowesfield Primary School
- Primary
- Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3JB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: The school has strengthened its approach to supporting the teaching of reading following low results in the Year 6 statutory test in 2023.
Success of the Curriculum: All pupils study the same ambitious curriculum, including pupils with SEND. Pupils achieve well across most subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a small number of foundation subjects, gaps in pupils’ knowledge are not identified well.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in mathematics. The school has strengthened its approach to supporting the teaching of reading.
Support for Falling Behind: The school acts quickly to identify and close gaps in pupils’ knowledge, offering extra support for phonics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, respectful, and keen to achieve 'gold' behaviour by following the 'Be Bowesfield values'.
Support for SEND Pupils: The needs of pupils with SEND are identified and understood by staff. Pupils with SEND access the full curriculum and achieve well.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff are on hand to help everyone get along well. They resolve any problems that arise quickly. This helps pupils to feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The safeguarding aspects of the curriculum are a particular strength, helping to prepare pupils for life in modern Britain.
Parent Feedback: The school supports parents and carers to understand the causes of any absence and takes effective action to improve pupils’ attendance.
Parental Involvement: Parents are supported and involved in understanding regular school attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils develop their interests by attending clubs that include origami and table tennis.
Outdoor Facilities: Children in early years enjoy being outdoors and explore various activities on offer.
Teacher Engagement: Regular training ensures that staff have expertise to teach pupils effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use assessment effectively to identify what pupils know and address gaps in knowledge frequently.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The school checks that recently developed assessment strategies are used effectively to identify gaps in learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In a few foundation subjects, gaps in pupils’ knowledge are not precisely identified.
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About Us
Bowesfield Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 304 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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We take great pride in our school, our students, our parents, and the teachers and governors who work tirelessly to make it a fun and exciting place to learn. You have been effective in spreading a welcoming, upbeat atmosphere across the school. In the capable hands of your personnel, your courteous, social students feel secure and appreciated... Students and staff sincerely enjoy each other's company, which is obvious throughout this pleasant school community. In June 2018, Ofsted. You are more than welcome to visit the school, meet the teachers and students, and discover what distinguishes Bowesfield. Call 01642 601890 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to seeing you.
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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 |
A+
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B-
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A+
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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 | 15.8 | 25.8 | 20.5 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 108 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 100 | 109 | 101 |
| 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 | 101 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 101 | 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 | 48% | 60.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.67% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 105 5 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 101 | 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 | 52% 9 | 66.9% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 1 | 10.86% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | 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 | 100 4 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 99 | 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 | 43% 9 | 63.32% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 2 | 8.22% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 94 | 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 | 52% | 54.74% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 7.59% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 22nd 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 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bowesfield Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
