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Ormiston Meadows Academy | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
Ormiston Meadows Academy
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Ormiston Meadows Academy
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- Orton Waterville PE2 5YQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers systematically build on reading and maths foundational skills, leading to strong progress
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum is well planned with rich experiences across subjects, but some areas lack challenge for the most able
Areas Needing Improvement: Insufficient challenge for the most able in history and geography; need to develop writing stamina
Performance in Maths & Reading: Strong progress in reading and mathematics, especially from low starting points
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support from adults helps new pupils and those falling behind to catch up
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate good behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive support for SEND pupils, leading to good progress from their starting points
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding; effective methods to handle bullying and ensure safety
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pastoral team provides good support promoting student welfare and confidence
Parental Involvement: Regular workshops and sharing sessions involve parents in children's learning
Parent Feedback: Majority of parents feel children are safe and well cared for; a small minority have concerns
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs including sports and music supports physical and cultural development
Teacher Engagement: High morale among staff, who are proud to work at the school
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' use of assessments helps identify and support pupils effectively
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Consistent teaching methods in phonics and mathematics lead to strong learning outcomes
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some inconsistencies in planning writing opportunities and applying handwriting and spelling skills
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Ormiston Meadows Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cambridgeshire, East of England.
It has 198 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 54% 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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Our academy's guiding principle and motto is "Be your Best, Expect the Best, Succeed Together." As we work to make our academy the best it can be, we are all dedicated to giving our kids the finest possible start in life. We expect our kids to go above and above to be their BEST self and to take pride in their accomplishments. Our kids will aim for perfection in everything they do, including developing respectful relationships. In order to provide the BEST results for your children, we work to create the BEST partnerships with our families. We are honoured to collaborate with you on your child's life. We embrace parents and carers as active partners in their child's development and encourage a tight, supportive partnership between home and school. All members of the team will give every child the HIGHEST calibre educational opportunities. To encourage personnel to be imaginative and creative, we will create a supportive workplace. Our core principles of excellence, respect, resilience, and self-worth are expected of every employee.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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C+
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.8 | 26.1 | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 103 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 106 | 105 |
| 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 | 92 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 91 | 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 | 54% | 48.8% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.26% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 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 | 61% 5 | 53.51% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 6 | 6.45% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 4 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 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 | 56% 1 | 47.75% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 12 | 5.4% | 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 | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | 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 | 100 | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 84 | 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 | 55% | 42.64% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 4.94% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ormiston Meadows Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
