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Great Malvern Primary School
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Great Malvern Primary School
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- Malvern WR14 2BY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is taught effectively, with good phonics teaching and a wide range of high-quality texts. Maths teaching is improving with greater problem-solving opportunities.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is developing well, especially in history, geography, and science. Teaching methods have resulted in improved quality of education.
Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritized, with effective phonics teaching improving fluency.
Areas Needing Improvement: There is a need for a consistent approach to teaching spelling across the school.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad with well-defined core subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistencies in subject curriculums slow learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: More pupils are on track to meet expected standards in reading and maths compared to previous years.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff provide good support for vulnerable pupils, including those with SEND. Strategies like additional adults in the classroom benefit all pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary; they are polite, courteous, and show a sense of pride in their school.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well; warm relationships with staff.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes in national curriculum tests have declined.
Support for Falling Behind: Strategies in place are beginning to positively impact learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND make good progress with effective in-class support and individual attention to complex needs.
Support for SEND Pupils: Improving, but inconsistent support for SEND pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying rarely occurs. Pupils say it does not happen and parents confirm this view. The school promotes online and community safety effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The safeguarding culture is good, with effective support for vulnerable pupils and regular engagement with external agencies.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Parent Feedback: Parents praise the nurturing atmosphere and the opportunities provided for their children by the school.
Parental Involvement: Positive relationships with parents; use of technology to keep them updated on children's progress and activities.
Extracurricular Activities: The quality of extra-curricular activities is first-rate, including sports, arts, music, and residential trips.
Extracurricular Activities: Extensive activities include trips, visits, competitions.
Teacher Engagement: Effective professional development for staff has led to noticeable improvements in teaching.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved teaching quality since June 2018 has resulted in better student progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Weak teaching is swiftly addressed, and outstanding practice is beginning to be shared more widely.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular evaluations of teaching through joint lesson observations and work checks help hold teachers accountable for pupil progress.
Teacher Engagement: Strong subject knowledge, but not always addressing misconceptions.
Impact on Student Progress: Learning sometimes slowed by sequencing issues.
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About Us
Great Malvern Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 345 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 37% 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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Our website serves as an introduction to new families who might be considering joining us as well as a way to keep parents updated on school-related developments. Our school serves the Pickersleigh and Poolbrook neighbourhood and is situated within sight of the stunning Malvern Hills. As one of the founding schools of Mercian Educational Trust in November 2015, we transitioned to academy status in August 2011 and now have more freedom to engage kids and help them reach their full potential. We cherish each and every student at our school and are proud of our inclusive ethos. By ensuring they receive a top-notch education and have access to a variety of experiences, we hope to give our kids a head start in life. Numerous professionals, such as chefs, painters, sports coaches, and historians, visit us regularly. We travel to numerous locations, including residences, farms, castles, and outdoor adventure centres. The school participates in community initiatives and sporting events, and we take pleasure in our athletic accomplishments throughout the county. Great Malvern Primary has a lot to offer kids of all ages, so I kindly ask that you get in touch with the office to set up a time for me or a member of our staff to show you around and address any concerns you might have.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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C-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | 23.9 | 18.4 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 106 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 100 | 109 | 102 |
| 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 | 100 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 97 | 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 | 37% | 52.77% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 5.65% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | 102 1 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 4 | 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 | 49% 7 | 58.48% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 3 | 8.81% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 1 | 92 | 94 |
| 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 | 42% 3 | 57.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 8.64% | 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 | Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 100 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 45% | 55.65% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.07% | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | Below Average |
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Great Malvern Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1