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Mowden Junior School
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- Darlington DL3 9DE
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Skills in reading, writing, and maths are reinforced systematically throughout the curriculum
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is exciting and stimulating, promoting good understanding of other cultures
Areas Needing Improvement: Provide more opportunities for pupils to take control of their learning
Performance in Maths & Reading: By the time pupils leave school, attainment in English and mathematics is high
Support for Falling Behind: Close liaison between teachers, parents, and staff to support pupils needing focus on certain aspects of their learning
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary and their attitudes to learning are outstanding
Support for SEND Pupils: Work is matched to their needs, and support staff provide effective help
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with swiftly; pupils feel safe at school
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Policies and practices ensure that a safe environment is provided for pupils and staff
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers have a high regard for the quality of teaching; pleased with approachable and enthusiastic teachers
Parental Involvement: Mentoring programme has been introduced with a focus on including parents, carers, and pupils
Extracurricular Activities: Clubs are well attended and wide ranging, including Scottish country dancing
Teacher Engagement: Teachers work hard to give tasks which are at the right level; relationships in the classroom are strong
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' skills development has had many strengths leading to good and sometimes rapid progress
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Management has steered a focus on improving teaching through performance management and collaborative initiatives
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some variations in teaching quality still exist, needing improvement
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Mowden Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 342 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 68% 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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In June 2012, the Mowden Infant School and Mowden Junior School's Federation of Mowden Schools changed its legal status to an academy trust.
We regard the Infant and Junior schools to be one school, with one headteacher, governing board, and staff members working closely together to produce the greatest outcomes for the students, despite the fact that they are both located in distinct buildings on the same sizable site.
The school is located in the west part of Darlington on a sizable property in the middle of a private housing complex.
We provide care for more than 500 kids ranging in age from 4 to 11 years old.
The Infant School was the first building constructed on the site and inaugurated as Mowden County Primary School on Friday, December 18, 1970, at 2:30 p.m.
The extra space blends seamlessly with the aesthetic of both institutions.
With a big field connecting the two schools and lots of playground space for kids to run around and burn off energy, the outdoor area is great for learning and playing for kids.
Please schedule a visit with Mrs. Cockrill, the office manager at the school, if you would like to see our Federation, if you have any questions, or if you need a hard copy of the material.
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We regard the Infant and Junior schools to be one school, with one headteacher, governing board, and staff members working closely together to produce the greatest outcomes for the students, despite the fact that they are both located in distinct buildings on the same sizable site.
The school is located in the west part of Darlington on a sizable property in the middle of a private housing complex.
We provide care for more than 500 kids ranging in age from 4 to 11 years old.
The Infant School was the first building constructed on the site and inaugurated as Mowden County Primary School on Friday, December 18, 1970, at 2:30 p.m.
The extra space blends seamlessly with the aesthetic of both institutions.
With a big field connecting the two schools and lots of playground space for kids to run around and burn off energy, the outdoor area is great for learning and playing for kids.
Please schedule a visit with Mrs. Cockrill, the office manager at the school, if you would like to see our Federation, if you have any questions, or if you need a hard copy of the material.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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D-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 5-7 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.2 | 22.8 | 22.8 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | - | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | - | 104 |
| 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 | 102 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 104 | 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 | 68% | 55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.03% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 109 | 104 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 104 | 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 | 80% 6 | 64.46% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% | 11.96% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.0 | 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 | 109 1 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 1 | 105 | 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 | 86% 5 | 63.21% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% 2 | 9.29% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.3 | 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 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 99 | 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 | 81% | 57.32% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 9.08% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 - 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 - 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Mowden Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
