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Norton Road Primary School
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Norton Road Primary School
- Primary
- Luton LU3 2NX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Effective training for all staff ensures the phonics programme is delivered consistently well. Pupils develop their reading skills as they move through the school.
Success of the Curriculum: There are well-planned curriculums in place for subjects like mathematics and computing, enhancing pupils’ learning and achievements.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects have curriculums that are newer, leading to varied pupil achievement due to inconsistent teaching and lack of training.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils learn effectively and achieve well in subjects like mathematics, early reading, and computing.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective systems check pupils’ progress in reading, providing additional help quickly when needed.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is calm and orderly, with positive attitudes towards learning and playing, supported by staff.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school identifies pupils' needs accurately but some teachers fail to adapt learning tasks well enough. Some staff need more training to support SEND pupils effectively.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and cared for, learning how to stay safe. The school has created an open and positive safeguarding culture.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school prioritises pupils' well-being and educates them on health and safety, preparing them for future educational steps.
Parent Feedback: Parents can provide feedback via Ofsted Parent View, influencing inspection decisions. The school works closely with families to improve attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils develop their talents through various clubs chosen by the school council.
Teacher Engagement: Staff value the coaching and training they receive, feeling well-supported by leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: The effective curriculum and teacher training ensure pupils learn effectively and achieve well.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers lack the necessary training for newer curriculums, leading to inconsistent teaching across subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The school must ensure teachers have the knowledge and skills needed to teach all subjects effectively.
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About Us
Norton Road Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 370 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 49% 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 |
A
|
B-
|
A
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.3 | 25.8 | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | 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 | 104 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 96 | 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 | 49% | 56.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 7.03% | 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 | -2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 106 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 61% 15 | 55.58% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 2 | 7.88% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 106 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 46% 15 | 54.31% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 7.63% | 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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 92 | 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 | 61% | 52.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 5.44% | 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 | 0.0 | Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | 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 | 23rd 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 - 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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Norton Road Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1