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Bowness-on-Solway Primary School
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Bowness-on-Solway Primary School
- Primary
- Bowness CA7 5AF
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| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| This inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders have made the teaching of early reading and phonics central to the school's curriculum.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have designed an ambitious and well-thought-out curriculum that meets the needs of pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subject leaders need more subject-specific training to support teachers better.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers provide extra help for pupils, including older pupils in key stage 2, to catch up if they fall behind with their reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers ensure that pupils can practise the sounds that they learn in class to read accurately and fluently.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils stated that bullying and name-calling are very rare and are confident that staff will listen to their concerns.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders have designed a curriculum that meets the needs of pupils, including those with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know their teachers well and are confident that staff will deal quickly with any incidents of bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe in school, enjoying regular swimming and road safety lessons.
Parent Feedback: Inspectors considered the 16 responses to Parent View, Ofsted’s online questionnaire, including 16 free-text comments.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy participating in many clubs on offer, including football and gymnastics. All pupils learn to play a brass instrument.
Teacher Engagement: Staff expressed appreciation for the consideration that leaders give to the staff’s well-being and work-life balance.
Impact on Student Progress: Subject leaders work alongside teachers to check how well curriculums are being delivered, enhancing delivery of subjects like science, physical education, and mathematics.
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Bowness-on-Solway Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 43 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1.
At this school, 100% 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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The programme is thoughtfully designed. It offers exciting experiences for students both inside and outside of the classroom. Staff members recognise the individuality of each student and go out of their way to meet their pastoral and academic requirements. Together, teachers and teaching assistants provide outstanding support, especially for the least talented students and those who are new to the school. Being the head teacher of such a welcoming, family-oriented school with joyful, passionate students in the community of Bowness-on-Solway makes me feel really pleased. We are at the beginning (or end depending on your viewpoint) of Hadrian's Wall and are lucky to be in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the Solway Firth which continues to inspire our learning. Your children are our top priority, and each student receives the proper education thanks to our comprehensive and rich curriculum. This is because of our unique strategy, in which we collaborate with parents and the larger community to guarantee that our kids' diverse skills and talents are acknowledged and fostered while being driven to the greatest standards. All of our students should reach their full potential, but we also want to preserve their uniqueness as Bowness children who are courteous and kind. You can read the intriguing remarks made by Ofsted on this page, but you'll really get a sense of the school at its best if you visit. Visit us to meet our amazing, imaginative kids and our smart, personable staff.
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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 |
C
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B-
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 11.2 | 25.8 | 16 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 109 | 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 | 108 | 88 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 90 | 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 | 100% | 46.89% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.49% | 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 | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.5 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 3.9 | 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 | 103 5 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 89 | 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 | 50% 12 | 56.23% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.45% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 98 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 38% | 57.28% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.48% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | 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 | - | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 90 | 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 | - | 54.07% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.75% | 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 - 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 - 27th 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
11 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bowness-on-Solway Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1