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Brackenbury Primary School
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Brackenbury Primary School
- Primary
- Brighton and Hove BN41 2LA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is at the heart of the curriculum with phonics taught from Reception class.
Success of the Curriculum: Learning is purposeful and relationships are respectful. Pupils build knowledge in well-ordered steps.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some foundation subjects need coherent planning, especially Years 1 to 6. More opportunities needed to embed knowledge in a few areas.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers make incisive use of assessment in reading and mathematics, identifying next steps.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers are quick to notice when children are not keeping up, with skilled staff providing extra support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils follow the school’s rules and help each other. They work hard in lessons and enjoy learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are successfully included in class activities. Assessment in writing needs improvement for some pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know what bullying is and that it is dealt with quickly by teachers. Safeguarding systems are robust.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The curriculum ensures pupils are aware of current world issues; they feel safe and know how to keep themselves safe online.
Parent Feedback: Parents describe a ‘dramatic improvement’ in the school.
Parental Involvement: Leaders work effectively with parents and partner agencies to support families.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate in clubs, visits, and represent their school in sports and performance.
Outdoor Facilities: Playground offers an array of exciting nooks where pupils can relax, chat, and play busily.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and pupils alike enjoy being at school.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers model how to make writing interesting and provide opportunities for practice in basic skills.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers make incisive use of assessments in reading and mathematics but less sharp in writing for some pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some key stage 2 pupils with SEND do not have writing tasks that meet their needs.
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About Us
Brackenbury Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in East Sussex, South East.
It has 188 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 68% 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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After consulting with our school community, we are excited to present our school's values and code of conduct (children, families, teaching assistants and teachers). These principles and this code form the foundation of everything we do and stand for and support our unshakeable belief that everyone in our Brackenbury community, including children and adults, should strive to be the best version of themselves. The pride, tenacity, and bravery essential school values guide everything we do at Brackenbury Primary School. Everyone is treated with respect and cherished as a member of the learning community because to our strong inclusive mindset. At the same time, everyone is expected to do their absolute best. No of their background or abilities, we as a school take great pride in our commitment to supporting our students in their aspirations to achieve everything they are capable of. Our children are engaged by our extensive and fascinating curriculum, which also gives them the tools they need to become effective, lifelong learners. We are proud, tenacious, and bold here at Brackenbury. Our school's values and code of conduct lay the groundwork for our kids to become passionate, lifelong learners.
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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 | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.1 | - | 20.8 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | 109 |
| 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 | 104 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 68% | 56.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 5.47% | 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 | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 102 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 3 | 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 | 57% | 61.77% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.86% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 9 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 7 | 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 | 57% 33 | 64.67% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 7.6% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | 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 | 95 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 98 | 98 | 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 | 24% | 59.64% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.6% | 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 | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -5.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.7 | Well Below Average |
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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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Brackenbury Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1