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Little Parndon Primary School
- Primary
- Harlow CM20 1PU
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Based on the inspection date: 07 June 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: A new early reading programme helps pupils read step-by-step but misconceptions often go unnoticed.
Success of the Curriculum: Some curriculum plans lack ambition and clear structure, affecting student learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need better training to lead and teach subjects effectively.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils do not always make the academic progress they should due to curriculum inconsistencies.
Support for Falling Behind: Older pupils still learning to read do not have books that match their reading stage.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Disruptive behaviour and unkindness sometimes reoccur; high expectations are not consistently established.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff lack information on how to effectively support pupils with complex SEND needs.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure that pupils and their families get the support they need to stay safe.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying occurs but is dealt with appropriately; however, unkind behaviour does sometimes recur.
Extracurricular Activities: Most pupils enjoy a range of after-school clubs, including dance and rock band.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils keep active with various activities organized during playtimes and lunchtimes.
Teacher Engagement: Many teachers have not received enough support and training to lead or teach subjects well.
Impact on Student Progress: Some subjects see better progress where teachers have stronger subject knowledge.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers do not always know what they must teach or how best to help pupils understand new knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders should ensure staff have the knowledge and expertise to teach the full range of subjects effectively.
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Little Parndon Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 404 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 43% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are a part of BMAT, a South East multi-academy trust. Little Parndon is a peaceful, values-driven, and safe school. Our beliefs encourage our kids to be contented, self-assured adults with solid ethics and a "can do" attitude. To respect and accept the opinions, values, cultures, and religions of others, both at school and in the society at large, while fostering equality and inclusion and inspiring all kids to become good citizens; to collaborate with parents, carers, kids, teachers, governors, and the community while sustaining positive relationships both within and outside of school; To give all students access to a curriculum that is engaging, inclusive, and stimulating. To provide a caring, interesting, intellectually and emotionally secure, and physically safe environment in which to work and learn, allowing children to develop curiosity and independence. All of our students are inspired to respect others' rights, strive for success and perfection, and fulfil their potential. A clear vision and steadfast ideals show our dedication to the students and parents at Little Parndon. As a school, we firmly believe that every child is valuable, and we offer top-notch instruction to create lifelong learners. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover all the information you need. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.4 | 25.9 | 23 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 107 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 108 | 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 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 98 | 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 | 43% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.79% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 105 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 97 | 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 | 66% 10 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 8 | 10.71% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 | 105 5 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 9 | 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 | 76% 6 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 5 | 10% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | 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 | 110 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 113 | 93 | 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 | 82% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 9.05% | 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 | 10.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 7.7 | Well 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 | 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Little Parndon Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
