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Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
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Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Newton and Noss PL8 1AS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school has a steadfast approach to teaching phonics, ensuring all pupils learn to understand and apply the alphabetic code effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: The academic curriculum is ambitious in all subjects and well-planned. It considers what pupils should learn and by when.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils do not have sufficient opportunities to write purposefully within the wider curriculum, limiting their ability to extend and apply their knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: The school quickly identifies pupils who need extra help in reading, which they receive in a timely and effective way.
Support for Falling Behind: The school quickly identifies pupils who need extra help, providing it effectively and on time.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils display positive attitudes towards learning and meet high expectations for behaviour. Breaktimes and lunchtimes are calm and enjoyable.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND successfully use 'the cocoon' as a calm space to regulate their emotions in readiness to learn.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying ambassadors and mental health champions support pupils, ensuring they play happily together.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes a respectful ethos, encouraging regular attendance and supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and mental health needs.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the high levels of pastoral support and effective communication about their children’s experience at school.
Parental Involvement: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the communication they receive regarding their children’s experience of school.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers many musical and sporting opportunities, nurturing pupils' talents through extensive extra-curricular clubs.
Teacher Engagement: Staff undertake valuable professional development opportunities, effectively supporting pupils' social, emotional, and mental health needs.
Impact on Student Progress: In many subjects, teaching supports pupils to discuss and make thoughtful links between different aspects of their learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff are positive about their workload and are described as part of a 'community'.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some disadvantaged pupils do not fully extend their knowledge and skills in certain subjects due to how the curriculum is taught.
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About Us
Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Devon, South West.
It has 125 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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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Welcome to the Church of England Primary School in Newton Ferrers. Children in Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo have access to a school since at least 1874. On February 14th, 2003, we had the honour of moving into our new school building. With the addition of our on-site Pre-School, the school's age range expanded in 2019 to include children from 3 to 11 years old. The school has exceptional facilities; six classrooms (including a secure outdoor area for our younger children),The Burrow (including before and after school club), library, resource area, offices and large hall. With a pond, school garden, greenhouse, playing field, and playground, the large school grounds make for an excellent outdoor learning environment. With strong ties to the people, groups, businesses, and churches in both towns, our Church school is happy to play a significant role in local life. For the benefit of each child, parents are strongly urged to collaborate with the school.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.2 | 23.1 | 21.4 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 105 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 106 | 107 |
| 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 | 107 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 93 | 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 | 67% | 50.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 5.99% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 90 | 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 | 87% 2 | 56.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% 2 | 8.32% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.6 | 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 1 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 1 | 92 | 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% | 58.22% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% 3 | 8.83% | 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 | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 109 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 89% | 56.85% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 28% | 8.26% | 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 | 6.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.8 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 3.1 | 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1