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Downs Infant School
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Downs Infant School
- Primary
- Brighton and Hove BN1 6JA
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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: Children make rapid progress in reading, writing, and mathematics, well above national averages.
Success of the Curriculum: A creative and artistic focus contributes to spiritual, moral and social development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leadership in the Early Years Foundation Stage needs to be sharper.
Success of the Curriculum: Generally successful, especially in PE, but uneven for some pupils
Foundational Skills: Strong in reading and language; needs improvement in spelling and handwriting
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent curriculum adaptation for SEND students
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics is well above national averages.
Support for Falling Behind: Careful tracking and targeted support ensure fast progress, especially for pupils eligible for free school meals.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is exemplary, with strong relationships and a high degree of independence.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers identify gaps and target learning support
Behaviour and Attitudes: High standards with an emphasis on emotional regulation
Performance in Maths & Reading: Some pupils excel, but weaker readers need more support
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs receive excellent support and make progress in line with their peers.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive environment but curriculum adaptations vary
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say they feel safe and well cared for; bullying is rare and dealt with fairly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: A caring environment supports all pupils, including those with complex needs, ensuring inclusivity.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective
Parent Feedback: Parents are unanimous in praise for the school, describing it as brilliant and nurturing.
Parental Involvement: Parents are actively encouraged to be involved in the learning process.
Parent Feedback: Unanimously positive, school seen as a beacon of inclusivity
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of after-school activities, enhancing spiritual, social, and moral development.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy various clubs such as 'Rainbow Club'
Teacher Engagement: Teachers engage pupils with effective planning and questioning, making learning fun and stimulating.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching ensures rapid progress and high attainment in core subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The absence of leadership in the Early Years Foundation Stage is a noted challenge.
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Downs Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in East Sussex, South East.
It has 345 students from age 5-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 |
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-7 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24 | 25.8 | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 105 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Downs Infant School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1