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Brushwood Junior School
Brushwood Junior School
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Leadership and management Outstanding
Achievement of pupils Outstanding
Quality of teaching Outstanding
Behaviour and safety of pupils Outstanding
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Foundational Skills: The curriculum provides an outstanding framework for literacy and numeracy.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is precisely tailored to individual needs ensuring pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Achieve an appropriate balance between promoting pupils’ independent learning and providing support.
Performance in Maths & Reading: By the end of Year 6, pupils’ attainment is significantly above average in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff use detailed knowledge to ensure pupils at risk of falling behind realize their potential through individual or small group interventions.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour and safety are outstanding, displaying high levels of tolerance and respect.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs make exceptional progress with intensive practice.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils report that any form of bullying is virtually unknown and they feel exceptionally safe in school.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Parents and carers are unanimous that their children are extremely safe and well looked after in school.
Parent Feedback: Parents hold the school in high esteem and believe it is excellent in all aspects of its work.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents through regular feedback mechanisms and forums for sharing views.
Extracurricular Activities: The school organizes theme weeks and other activities boosting self-confidence and collaborative work.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor facilities are used effectively to enhance students' learning experiences.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers' high expectations and dynamic teaching foster secure relationships and promote pupils’ development.
Impact on Student Progress: Students take big strides in learning with attainment above average by the end of Year 6.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, teachers overestimate students' independence, needing more balance in support provided.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching quality is assessed rigorously with outcomes driving continuous improvements.
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Brushwood Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.

It has 256 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.

At this school, 78% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.

This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.

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At Brushwood , we strive to develop a passion for life long learning. This is achieved through our exciting and engaging curriculum; providing access to a wide range of extra-curricular activities; and the support of a caring and skilled staff team who inspire children along their educational journey.

We are proud of our holistic and inclusive approach to learning, along with our commitment to promoting positive emotional well-being and mental health. We strive to enable children to reach their full potential personally, emotionally, socially and academically.

Brushwood is set in spacious grounds with excellent facilities for learning both inside and outside the classroom. We believe that children learn best if they are happy, valued and feeling secure. To achieve this we work in close partnership with parents and value the role they contribute to our wider school community.

The children, staff and Governors are very proud to be members of our school community and would love to welcome your family to our school. We hope that you will enjoy many happy, stimulating and memorable years at Brushwood.

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Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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Ofset report Outstanding Good Good
Age range 7-11 3-11 3-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 19.3 25.8 24.3
Proficient Math 108 108 106
Proficient Read 109 109 111
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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5 (1 review)
Amazing school! Staff really care about the children. Academic progress is strong, communication is great, fantastic provision for nurture - really inclusive. Lots of extra curricular clubs and activities. A well led school. Highly recommend!
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 97 97
Reading 109 99 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 78% 57.12% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 19% 10.52% 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 1.9 Above Average
Writing 1.2 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 107 2 97 96
Reading 106 2 98 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% 2 62.13% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 12% 5 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 0.4 Average
Writing 0.4 Average
Maths 1.0 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 105 1 97 94
Reading 108 1 98 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 67% 8 60.84% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 17% 1 10.25% 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 2.1 Above Average
Writing 1.8 Above 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 106 93 93
Reading 107 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 75% 57.23% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 16% 8.5% 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 Above Average
Writing 1.5 Above Average
Maths 2.3 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 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 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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 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 - 23rd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Brushwood Junior School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1

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