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Hartley Primary Academy
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Hartley Primary Academy
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- Hartley DA3 8BT
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers’ expert approach to reading ensures that children begin to learn and enjoy rhymes and songs from Nursery onwards.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has developed a carefully planned curriculum that meets the needs of pupils from Nursery onwards extremely well.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve highly in all their subjects and perform extremely well in national examinations.
Support for Falling Behind: Those who require support to catch up in their phonics knowledge receive swift and carefully planned support from knowledgeable staff.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave excellently because they firmly believe in the school’s values.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff identify the needs of pupils with SEND accurately and plan well-thought-through adaptations for them.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe in school. They know that staff will help them with any worries.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Parent Feedback: Parents are effusive about the school. They appreciate the depth of learning pupils experience.
Parental Involvement: Staff contact parents regularly and support them in removing any barriers to high attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: There are a rich variety of clubs, including French and drama clubs and a range of sports.
Outdoor Facilities: All pupils have opportunities to compete and represent their houses and the school in sports competitions with other schools.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers model and explain learning superbly well, helping pupils increase their distances in activities like javelin throwing.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers assess pupils’ learning astutely and plan challenging work that builds on important knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers explain clearly what pupils need to learn and remember.
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About Us
Hartley Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 449 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 27 : 1.
At this school, 58% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The founding of Hartley Primary School occurred in 1842. Between the ages of 4 and 11, both boys and girls are catered for. To enable kids to succeed and reach their full potential, we want to establish a positive, engaging, and joyful learning environment with roomy buildings and grounds. To prepare children for next possibilities, responsibilities, and experiences, we encourage their academic, spiritual, moral, cultural, and physical development. Regardless of gender, colour, creed, or culture, we are dedicated to giving every child the same chances. We will keep you informed about developments and progress throughout your child's education. It's crucial to keep in mind that you are always welcome to see us, especially if you have any questions or concerns. We consider every child's education to be very much a partnership between home and school, and it's crucial that teachers and parents have open lines of communication.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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C+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 27 | 20.2 | 19.3 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 108 | 106 |
| 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 | 105 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 58% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.01% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 1 | Above 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 | 106 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 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 | 81% 10 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 4 | 11.56% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 105 3 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 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 | 71% 14 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 5 | 10.3% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 108 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 85% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 8.77% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | Above 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
27 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hartley Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
