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Goodly Dale Primary School
- Primary
- Windermere LA23 2JX
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| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders have prioritized early reading with a new programme; staff are trained effectively
Foundational Skills: Reading is central with structured phonics from early years.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad and ambitious, meeting pupils' needs including SEND.
Success of the Curriculum: Improvements have been made but they're recent and haven't yet impacted pupils' learning
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects lack identified knowledge and specific training for teachers, hindering pupil achievement
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment systems need development in some subjects. Pupils sometimes lack key knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers ensure extra support for pupils who need it quickly
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, respectful, and aligned with school expectations.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers identify gaps and give needed information to master new concepts
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well, but some use unkind words, and staff's inconsistency in handling incidents of misbehaviour affects overall environment
Performance in Maths & Reading: Positive performance, but gaps not always addressed promptly.
Support for Falling Behind: Regular checks, but some gaps are not addressed swiftly enough.
Support for SEND Pupils: Robust identification and in-lesson support supplemented by external specialists.
Support for SEND Pupils: Some teachers do not know how to adapt lessons effectively, hindering achievement for SEND pupils
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding culture; staff are well-trained and swift in actions
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements in place.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Promotes pupils' welfare through strong support systems.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Leaders have taken some action on bullying but need more robust systems in place
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers know that school staff will support their children well
Parental Involvement: Leaders make effective use of local opportunities, including community events like litter-picking
Parent Feedback: Works closely with parents to overcome attendance barriers.
Parental Involvement: Encourages feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of trips and clubs which pupils enjoy including residential visits
Extracurricular Activities: Offers after-school activities like football, art, and trips.
Outdoor Facilities: Includes learning-enhancing trips to local attractions.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are proud to work at this school; leaders take well-being seriously
Teacher Engagement: Staff work as a team with prioritization of well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers generally check understanding, but lack specifics in some subjects
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers sometimes struggle to adapt lessons for SEND pupils
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers facilitate learning well, but some gaps in promptness.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally slow to address misunderstandings.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Not fully developed in some subjects, needs improvement.
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About Us
Goodly Dale Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 82 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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 child should receive a primary education that is joyful, engaging, and enriching in a setting that is nurturing and encouraging.
Every staff member at Goodly Dale is familiar with every child.
We are lucky to have specialists in math, reading, music, computing, early years, RE, and physical education working for us.
We are able to create a stimulating and organised atmosphere where all children are encouraged to attain their full potential thanks to our magnificent grounds and facilities.
Every student is treated as an individual, and we work to help them feel confident and deserving of their abilities.
We anticipate that the information on this website will be useful to you and your kids.
Staff members, governors, and kids have all made contributions to this website.
To learn more and to experience firsthand our school's distinctiveness and specialness, we welcome all prospective parents to stop by.
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Every staff member at Goodly Dale is familiar with every child.
We are lucky to have specialists in math, reading, music, computing, early years, RE, and physical education working for us.
We are able to create a stimulating and organised atmosphere where all children are encouraged to attain their full potential thanks to our magnificent grounds and facilities.
Every student is treated as an individual, and we work to help them feel confident and deserving of their abilities.
We anticipate that the information on this website will be useful to you and your kids.
Staff members, governors, and kids have all made contributions to this website.
To learn more and to experience firsthand our school's distinctiveness and specialness, we welcome all prospective parents to stop by.
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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 |
C+
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B-
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.8 | 25.8 | 12.3 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 102 | 89 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 92 | 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 | 62% | 53% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.38% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 103 3 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 12 | 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 | 46% 32 | 61.76% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 14 | 9.28% | 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 | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 5 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 111 4 | 92 | 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 | 78% 7 | 55.61% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 8.1% | 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 | 5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 86 | 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 | 71% | 52.75% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.05% | 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 | 6.7 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Goodly Dale Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
