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Denmead Infant School
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- Denmead PO7 6PN
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Success of the Curriculum: Pupils’ outcomes were above the national average in reading, writing, and mathematics at the end of Year 2 in 2017.
Foundational Skills: The school has taken action to improve the teaching of phonics, although it is not yet consistently good across the school.
Areas Needing Improvement: The teaching of writing could be further strengthened, and pupils have limited use of interesting vocabulary in their writing.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' outcomes were above the national average in reading and mathematics at the end of Year 2 in 2017.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers plan individualized programs and trained teaching assistants help pupils catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well in class, in the playground, and when they move around the school.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school provides tailored support and works closely with external specialists, leading to good progress for pupils with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe, know adults will listen, and bullying is reportedly rare.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a strong culture of safeguarding with regular training for all staff, ensuring that pupils are safe.
Parent Feedback: Parents highly appreciate the school's atmosphere and strong learning ethos.
Parental Involvement: Governors visit frequently and value the family feel the school maintains within the local community.
Teacher Engagement: Staff reflect on their teaching and are keen to try out new ideas, leading to improvements in pupils’ outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders understand individual teachers' skills and provide targeted training for improvement.
Impact on Student Progress: Training for staff has led to good outcomes, but some inconsistencies in teaching phonics remain.
Teaching Staff Challenges: There are inconsistencies in the way phonics is taught and a need for more effective questioning to extend pupils’ ideas.
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Denmead Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 225 students from age 4-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to Denmead Infant School, where we sincerely feel that every day is an adventure in learning on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors! We are a sizable infant school that serves Denmead and the neighbouring communities. The school is located on large grounds that offer a secure setting and the chance for a lot of outdoor study. We take great satisfaction in being a warm, loving, and inclusive school where every child can succeed. All of our kids have a smooth transition to school because to our solid relationships with pre-school environments and families. We encourage parents, carers, and families to actively participate in school activities during their children's stay with us because we recognise the benefits of home and school collaboration.
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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 |
D-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.6 | 25.8 | 19.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Denmead Infant School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1