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Dussindale Primary School
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Dussindale Primary School
- Primary
- Thorpe St. Andrew NR7 0US
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading, writing, and mathematics skills are being improved with a particular emphasis on phonics and vocabulary.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum provides broad study opportunities enriched with extracurricular activities fostering comprehensive development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Greater challenge needed in writing to match progress in reading and mathematics, particularly for the most able pupils.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' attainment is above average in mathematics; progress in reading is strong but improvement in writing is needed.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra help is provided for those falling behind to catch up, ensuring they keep pace with classmates.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit positive attitudes, are respectful, and behave well in lessons and around school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support is provided, focusing on academic and emotional readiness, highly regarded by parents.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose, with bullying being rare and swiftly addressed.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong emphasis on internet safety and personal responsibility among pupils, plus extensive safeguarding measures.
Parent Feedback: Most parents are positive about the school's work but some have concerns regarding timely communication.
Parental Involvement: Parents engage with the school through activities like 'DEAR' and daily reading sessions; however, desire more effective information sharing.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of sports and clubs, including competitive events and activities promoting fitness and well-being.
Outdoor Facilities: Utilizes school grounds effectively for teaching subjects like science, promoting outdoor learning experiences.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are encouraged to innovate and develop, supported by joint professional development with other schools.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' high expectations and rigorous assessments lead to strong student progress across subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular and robust systems ensure high teaching standards and targeted support where needed.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasional lack of challenge for most-able pupils in writing noted, otherwise teaching staff are highly effective.
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About Us
Dussindale Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 350 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 55% 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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The first brand-new school to open in Norfolk in almost 30 years was Dussindale Primary School, which did so in 2007. The number of students has increased from 62 to 370, and it is continually rising. Dussindale is proud of what the community of children, families, staff and governors have achieved during these years, creating an exciting, dynamic and creative learning environment. Dussindale will continue to build a strong and happy community in which children, staff, families and the wider community all have a voice.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.1 | 21.6 | 22.5 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 105 | - |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | - |
| 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 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 93 | 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 | 55% | 46.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 3.88% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 105 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 94 | 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 | 62% 2 | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 3 | 6.78% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 106 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 89 | 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 | 64% 5 | 51.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 5 | 5.5% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | 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 | 106 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 59% | 46.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.77% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd 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 | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dussindale Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
