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Nenthead Primary School
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Nenthead Primary School
- Primary
- Alston Moor CA9 3LS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff foster pupils’ love of reading well with access to a well-stocked library and a phonics program.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has designed a broad and balanced curriculum, which includes many references to the local area.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a small number of subjects, pupils have some gaps in their knowledge due to assessment strategies.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well across a range of subjects. They receive TED awards for demonstrating 'technique, effort, desire'.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff provide individualised and effective support to pupils who struggle with reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, concentrate on learning, and get along well together.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are supported well in their learning, with staff working closely with parents and external professionals.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn how to stay healthy and safe, including online and near open water.
Parent Feedback: Parents are engaged and participate in community breakfast mornings that foster a sense of belonging.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils go on a variety of trips and participate in activities like canoeing, ghyll scrambling, and after-school clubs.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are positive about the teamwork approach and feel listened to regarding their workload and well-being.
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Nenthead Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 20 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
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 |
D-
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.7 | 25.8 | 7.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Nenthead Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
