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North Downs Primary School
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North Downs Primary School
- Primary
- Brockham RH3 7LA
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| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Requires Improvement |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
| Achievement of pupils | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
| This inspection | Good |
| Quality of curriculum | Good |
| Pupils’ welfare, health and safety | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: Leaders constantly look for ways to improve the curriculum, making learning enjoyable
Foundational Skills: Pupils appreciate the varied curriculum and interesting topics, but there is inconsistency in mathematics teaching
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils need more opportunities to apply their mathematical knowledge
Support for Falling Behind: Additional training for staff and improved resources are in place to help pupils
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and have good attitudes to learning
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most pupils attain well in mathematics by end of key stage 1, but progress is below average in key stage 2
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds do well overall, supported emotionally and socially
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Policies, procedures, and day-to-day routines are sound; strong culture to safeguard pupils
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff know what to do if they have concerns; parents feel their children are safe
Parent Feedback: Parents are very positive about the school and communication has improved
Parental Involvement: All parents who spoke to inspectors were positive about the school
Extracurricular Activities: Eighty-five percent of pupils take advantage of clubs and additional experiences
Outdoor Facilities: The continuing development of the outdoor learning environment is noted
Teacher Engagement: Classroom visits showed teachers have high expectations and make learning enjoyable
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' expectations in mathematics need to be more consistent for better outcomes
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistent expectations and lack of problem-solving opportunities in mathematics
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Current system for tracking pupils' progress and attainment needs improvement
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About Us
North Downs Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Surrey, South East.
It has 413 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 58% 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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Thank you for visiting our school's website. I really hope you find all the information you require to select the right school for your child. In our opinion, kids flourish in a setting where they feel safe, content, and successful. We also think it's important to work closely with parents. These elements guarantee that our school will continue to be a truly unique setting where all students thrive and achieve outstanding development. We hope you enjoy using our website to learn more about our school. Please get in touch with us by phone at 01737 843384 or by email at [email protected] if you have any questions or would like to visit the school.
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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 |
C
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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 | 4-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.8 | 25.8 | 11.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 103 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 58% | 59.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.25% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 | 104 1 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 4 | 93 | 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 | 59% 16 | 61.81% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 4 | 11.82% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | 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 | 105 1 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 75% 9 | 63.33% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 4 | 11.19% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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 | 66% | 61.56% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 11.6% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at North Downs Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
