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Delabole Primary School
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Delabole Primary School
- Primary
- St. Teath PL33 9AL
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: High-quality teaching in early years ensures children master phonics and are ready for Year 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum is ambitious, well-sequenced, and helps pupils build knowledge over time.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teaching activities in some subjects do not always help pupils secure necessary knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers prioritize reading; children who find it difficult receive effective support.
Support for Falling Behind: Efficient and precise assessment helps provide effective support for those struggling with reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Low-level disruption is extremely rare, and environments are calm and purposeful.
Support for SEND Pupils: Well-trained staff ensure SEND pupils complete the same learning as their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils understand bullying does not happen often and trust adults to resolve issues quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff know how to spot concerns quickly and work effectively with external agencies.
Parent Feedback: Majority of parents are positive, appreciating the support and safety provided by the school.
Parental Involvement: Leaders agree that communication with families needs improvement.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of after-school clubs, including sports and creative activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have strong subject knowledge, supported by knowledgeable subject leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' strong subject knowledge helps students make meaningful links across learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teaching activities do not always secure necessary pupil knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders should ensure that staff develop their understanding of pedagogy to deepen pupil knowledge.
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Delabole Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cornwall County, South West.
It has 89 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 63% 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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In my capacity as Senior Head of School at Delabole Primary School, I am honoured and happy to discuss some of the distinctive features of our learning community with you.
Mr. James Pritchard, head of school, will also attend. A committed team that has high expectations for both themselves as educators and our kids has been assembled by me.
Tintagel Primary, with whom we work closely, and we have developed a distinctive inquiry curriculum that is weaved into our twelve Core Values.
It is a curriculum designed to make sure that our kids leave us with a strong set of humanitarian principles and a mindset suitable for global citizenship in the twenty-first century.
Learning is brought to life via rich, unforgettable experiences and a strong sense of innovation at this lively, joyful school with a strong sense of identity.
In every element of our learning environment, we look for inspiration for both ourselves and our kids, and we think that creative thinking is a strong motivator for wonder, curiosity, and personal challenge.
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Mr. James Pritchard, head of school, will also attend. A committed team that has high expectations for both themselves as educators and our kids has been assembled by me.
Tintagel Primary, with whom we work closely, and we have developed a distinctive inquiry curriculum that is weaved into our twelve Core Values.
It is a curriculum designed to make sure that our kids leave us with a strong set of humanitarian principles and a mindset suitable for global citizenship in the twenty-first century.
Learning is brought to life via rich, unforgettable experiences and a strong sense of innovation at this lively, joyful school with a strong sense of identity.
In every element of our learning environment, we look for inspiration for both ourselves and our kids, and we think that creative thinking is a strong motivator for wonder, curiosity, and personal challenge.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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C
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | 21.9 | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 107 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 106 | 106 |
| 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 | 103 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 96 | 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 | 63% | 52.78% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.36% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 104 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 95 | 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 | 75% 2 | 55.91% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 12 | 7.9% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 4 | 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 | 73% 14 | 56.91% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% 9 | 8.93% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 91 | 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 | 59% | 51.66% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 7.54% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Delabole Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1