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Lumley Junior School
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Lumley Junior School
- Primary
- Great Lumley DH3 4JJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Focused teaching in reading and mathematics leads to high standards and very good progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make strong progress due to effective curriculum planning and dedicated staff.
Foundational Skills: Strong emphasis on phonics and fluency in reading support struggling readers effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad, balanced, sequenced; supports knowledge building over time.
Areas Needing Improvement: Subjects like history and geography need further development for consistent quality.
Areas Needing Improvement: Need more opportunities for pupils to apply subject knowledge precisely.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Strong progress in reading and math; disadvantaged pupils making outstanding progress.
Support for Falling Behind: Regular interventions and additional support are planned to address underachievement.
Performance in Maths & Reading: High achievement particularly noted in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Daily phonics sessions for pupils lacking knowledge.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, well-mannered, and have strong community values.
Support for SEND Pupils: SENCo ensures effective transitions and regular parental feedback; support plans need sharper focus.
Support for SEND Pupils: Classroom and 'The Den' support with manageable targets for progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Vast majority feel safe; effective resolution of bullying incidents.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Active promotion of welfare through external partnerships and internal initiatives.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Trusted adults available; swift action for behavior support.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils’ attendance is actively promoted.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the support received; positive responses in Parent View questionnaire.
Parental Involvement: Workshops provided on curriculum and online safety, supporting academic and personal welfare.
Parent Feedback: Parents’ input used for inspection decisions.
Parental Involvement: Governors and parents contribute to school improvement.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of sports and outdoor learning activities offered, promoting self-confidence and teamwork.
Extracurricular Activities: Range of after-school sporting clubs and educational visits.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers develop expertise in subjects, support colleagues, and are committed to pupil progress.
Impact on Student Progress: High standards of teaching contribute to strong rates of progress in core subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Performance management and monitoring systems make teachers accountable for pupil progress.
Teacher Engagement: Staff supported by school leaders; workload management praised.
Impact on Student Progress: Clear presentation of information enhances understanding.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need to enhance curriculum depth in non-core subjects like history and geography.
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About Us
Lumley Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 180 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 75% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.8 | - | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 108 |
| 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 | 106 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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 | 75% | 57.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.35% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 108 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 | 96 | 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 | 89% 6 | 60.73% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 4 | 10.1% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | 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 | 108 3 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 3 | 96 | 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 | 83% 7 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% 6 | 10.1% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.1 | Well 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 | 111 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 90% | 59.83% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 8.42% | 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 | 4.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.7 | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th 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 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lumley Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1