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Derwent Primary School
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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Early years provision Good
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Foundational Skills: Teaching reading well is a priority, with structured phonics programs and trained staff
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is carefully planned and broadens pupils' understanding of the world
Areas Needing Improvement: Some inconsistencies in teaching and implementing certain subjects need addressing
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading and mathematics curriculums are well-sequenced, ensuring pupils know what they need to learn
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who struggle get quick support from skilled staff
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is good, with low incidents of bullying and warm relationships
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils receive well-structured support to succeed along with their peers
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying incidents are few and taken seriously; pupils feel safe
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Emphasis on mental and physical health, online safety, and healthy relationships
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about the care and education their children receive
Parental Involvement: Parents appreciate the support and guidance from school staff
Extracurricular Activities: Leaders provide a range of activities for pupils to experience both in and out of school
Teacher Engagement: Teachers encourage pupils to be confident and curious learners
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help pupils build vocabulary and make learning connections
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers frequently check pupils' knowledge application
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistencies in some subject teachings, particularly mathematics
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Derwent Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.

It has 317 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.

At this school, 27% 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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Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Academies Academies Academies
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Ofset report Good Requires Improvement Outstanding
Age range 3-11 3-11 4-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 19 24.4 7.2
Proficient Math 98 104 -
Proficient Read 99 101 -
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 98 96 97
Reading 99 97 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 27% 51.22% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 4% 6.16% 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 -5.8 Well Below Average
Writing -1.3 Below Average
Maths -5.6 Well 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 103 2 96 96
Reading 103 2 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 68% 34 55.12% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 6.76% 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 2.0 Above Average
Writing 2.1 Above Average
Maths 1.4 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 101 92 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 34% 53.37% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 7.17% 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 Above Average
Writing 2.6 Above Average
Maths 2 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 - 84 93
Reading - 83 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 - 46.41% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard - 6.26% 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 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 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd 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 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 - 24th Jul 2025
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Derwent Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1

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