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Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
The quality of practice and services Good
Outcomes for pupils Good
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Foundational Skills: Strong teaching and learning in reading, writing, and mathematics continued to improve pupils' progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Effective systems ensure pupils make good progress in various subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure comprehension and inference skills in reading are further embedded; challenge more able pupils in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Mini-School provision and targeted interventions support pupils needing additional help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit exceptional courteousness and politeness; behaviour is a strength.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in reading and mathematics was below national average but showed good progress from low starting points.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective monitoring and intervention have improved attendance and supported progress in students with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong safeguarding culture; pupils understand safety procedures well.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Regular training for staff and governors ensures pupils' welfare and safety are well promoted.
Parent Feedback: Parents agree that the school is well led and managed and are proud of the school's achievements.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved through meetings and feedback; positive engagement with the school community.
Extracurricular Activities: Mentioned Mini-School sessions provide supportive and challenging environments.
Teacher Engagement: Ongoing staff training and rigorous assessment systems maintain teaching quality.
Impact on Student Progress: Good progress from pupils due to effective teaching practices.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular assessments and tracking ensure teaching quality remains high.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need to further embed strategies to support reading skills and challenge more able pupils in mathematics.
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Donnington Wood CofE Voluntary Controlled Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.

It has 226 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.

At this school, 35% 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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Every member of our school community is respected as a child of God.
We are a Church of England school, and the life and teachings of Jesus serve as our inspiration and compass.
We all work together to build a supportive, welcoming, and safe school community so that everyone can develop and realise their full potential as created by God.
I'm delighted to welcome you to our school's website.
We hope it gives a concise overview of the work we perform and everything we accomplish.
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Encourage everyone to act with humility, compassion, and service to others in order to learn what true friendship, fellowship, and community are all about.
be inclusive in an environment where tolerance and diversity are valued and respected.
search out every chance to make sure that everyone succeeds in whatever they do, developing wisdom and creativity, thanks to an ambitious and comprehensive curriculum that raises the bar, deepens understanding, and sharpens abilities.
Through communal prayer and the teaching of RE, we may foster the spiritual growth of our school community, foster tolerance for various religions, beliefs, and cultures, and increase religious literacy.
We are a fully inclusive school, and our staff and governors are passionately committed to the care, welfare, and advancement of all students regardless of their ability. We work to help every student realise their full potential and prepare them for a successful future in society.
A large variety of extracurricular activities are available, and a broad, balanced, and engaging educational curriculum supports and challenges students.
Children are taught to adopt British values of tolerance, understanding, and respect for others regardless of background or religious belief in our Christian-based environment, which is supported by our school's Christian ethos.
I appreciate the school's emphasis on diversity and commitment to addressing everyone's needs.
I desire for my child to be joyful, self-assured, and kind.
The emphasis on pastoral work is essential for helping my child grow into a well-rounded person.
To the best of their abilities, my child should strive to be anything they want to be.
We take great pride in the accomplishments of our students and the school's capacity to help students advance quickly while they are enrolled.
The head teacher's great Christian vision and dedication motivated staff and students, elevated aspirations, and ensured continued school improvement.
Every part of the school's work is founded on a strong Christian foundation, and parents and students both appreciate and articulate Christian principles.
In the past two years, we've developed the method we instruct your child based on your recommendations.
The start and end timings of the school day have altered, and new specialised instruction has been added for our theme afternoons.
The opinions of the parents and students influenced these choices.
Please email us if you have any more recommendations.
The results have been very positive: attendance has improved and our topic results show that, on average, there has been a 10% rise in pupils reaching aged related expectations for topic.
In addition, we'd like to direct your attention to parent view.
This ofsted survey is one way you can assist us in enhancing educational opportunities for our neighbourhood and helps us drive improvements.
I appreciate your help and am pleased with everything.
We appreciate all of the additional support that may be required and are extremely pleased with his improvement at the junior level.
Both my partner and me are very happy with my child at this school.
We fully promote British Values in our school, for more information visit the teaching and learning pages.
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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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B-
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Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 7-11 3-11 2-7
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 16.9 25.8 20.2
Proficient Math 99 108 -
Proficient Read 101 109 -
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 99 97 97
Reading 101 98 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 35% 57.41% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 7.82% 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 -2.5 Below Average
Writing 0.4 Average
Maths -2.7 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 99 96
Reading 98 3 99 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 48% 1 60.95% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 8% 11 8.8% 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 -3.8 Well Below Average
Writing -1.2 Below Average
Maths -1.3 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 102 4 94 94
Reading 101 1 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 47% 15 61.69% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 19% 17 10.26% 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 Below Average
Writing 2.2 Above Average
Maths 0.2 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 98 98 93
Reading 100 96 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 32% 59.55% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 2% 9.4% 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 -2.8 Below Average
Writing 1.9 Above Average
Maths -2.9 Below 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 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025
Summer Half Term Holidays 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025
Summer Holidays 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025
Summer Term 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025
Summer Term-2 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Donnington Wood CofE Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1

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