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Downsell Primary School
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Downsell Primary School
- Primary
- Waltham Forest E15 2BS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritised; early books match sounds learned. Regular checks ensure understanding.
Success of the Curriculum: Carefully sequenced; strong focus on vocabulary; rich and well-resourced environment.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure pupils are secure in their knowledge to avoid gaps or misconceptions.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Strong understanding through revisiting earlier work; reading books linked to curriculum areas.
Support for Falling Behind: Regular extra lessons for those needing help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around school; unkind language is unacceptable.
Support for SEND Pupils: Very well supported to follow the same curriculum as peers; language-rich environment.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils are taught how to stay safe and know about online risks.
Parent Feedback: Parents provide feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Extracurricular Activities: Range of clubs like cookery, multi-sports, coding; no clear overview of participation.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers present information clearly; diligent in teaching intended curriculum.
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About Us
Downsell Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 423 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 65% 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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At Downsell Primary School our vision is to promote our core values; Respect, Responsibility and Resilience in order to develop confident, inquisitive, happy learners who:- are inspired to have a lifelong love of learning- have high self esteem, high aspirations and experience success - behave well, form excellent friendships, and give back to our school, the community, and the world. - appreciate the diversity of our environment and treat everyone equally. By establishing a welcoming, secure, and exciting atmosphere with top-notch creative learning opportunities utilising ICT, we will be able to do this. We recognise the role that each member of the school community—students, faculty, governors, parents, and caregivers—has played in helping to realise this goal. to make certain that each child achieves their best potential in both their academic and social lives. to guarantee that everyone has an equal chance to engage in all facets of school life. must collaborate in order to get the best results for the kids. To offer a broad, personalised, balanced and enriched curriculum which will encourage academic, aesthetic, physical, social, emotional and spiritual development. to ensure cooperation and respect among all people. to ensure effective communication throughout the school.
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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 |
A+
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.1 | - | 22.3 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 107 | 108 |
| 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 | 104 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 100 | 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 | 65% | 64.11% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 11.98% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 | 105 3 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 93 | 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 | 63% 16 | 64.53% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 2 | 12.57% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 1 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 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% 10 | 64.02% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 3 | 11.84% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above 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 | 103 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 95 | 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 | 57% | 59.65% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 10.22% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | Above Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Downsell Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1