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Falmouth Primary Academy
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Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
Early years provision Outstanding
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good
Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding
Outcomes for pupils Good
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Foundational Skills: Teaching is well-planned with a focus on literacy and numeracy while studying topics like ancient Egyptians.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress, with separate subject areas linked coherently by common themes.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve sophistication in writing for most able pupils across the curriculum.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in reading and mathematics is at least in line with national averages, with strong progress for lower-ability readers.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective use of pupil premium provides extra targeted resources and additional staff for disadvantaged pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display very mature attitudes to learning, characterized by self-motivation, curiosity, and a work ethic that contributes to a strong sense of community.
Support for SEND Pupils: The area resource base for pupils with complex needs is very well led, ensuring good progress and preparation for transition.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Systems for referrals are rigorous; pupils feel safe and report concerns effectively through 'worry buddies'.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils have excellent understanding of staying safe and maintaining healthy lifestyles, including online safety initiatives led by students.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly report that their child feels safe at the school.
Parental Involvement: The school’s local advisory body speaks positively of its important role in the community, contributing to strategic direction.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of extracurricular opportunities in sports, clubs, and trips support the well-rounded development of pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor area is well used, combining various learning areas, helping children develop both physical and academic skills.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have high expectations and use effective strategies to ensure a positive learning environment.
Impact on Student Progress: Good subject knowledge and effective questioning lead to good progress, particularly visible in extensive scrutiny of pupils’ work.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular monitoring and professional development support continuous improvement in teaching quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Less effective teaching does not consistently display effective questioning and development of pupils’ understanding.
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Falmouth Primary Academy is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cornwall County, South West.

It has 244 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.

At this school, 52% 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
Age range 4-11 4-11 4-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 17.9 25.2 22.7
Proficient Math 101 104 103
Proficient Read 102 107 107
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 101 94 97
Reading 102 96 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 52% 52.78% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 7% 6.36% 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 -1.8 Below Average
Writing -0.4 Below Average
Maths -1.5 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 104 3 94 96
Reading 107 4 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 69% 26 55.91% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 7% 7.9% 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 3.1 Above Average
Writing 0.4 Average
Maths -0.3 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 5 97 94
Reading 103 5 98 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 43% 36 56.91% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 8.93% 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 -0.9 Below Average
Writing -2.4 Below Average
Maths -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 106 90 93
Reading 108 91 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 79% 51.66% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 10% 7.54% 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 4.4 Well Above Average
Writing 0.6 Average
Maths 2.8 Above 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 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 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Falmouth Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1

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