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Otford Primary School
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- Otford TN14 5PG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Revised mathematics curriculum ensures effective learning progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders continually improve the curriculum with initiatives like daily 'grappling tasks'.
Areas Needing Improvement: Focus needed on ensuring disadvantaged pupils make strong progress.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' mathematical understanding and confidence are strong by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Inclusion manager reviews needs and checks support effectiveness for vulnerable pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Mature, sensible behavior contributes to a calm, purposeful atmosphere.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusion manager provides strong leadership to ensure all vulnerable pupils achieve well.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Clear, consistent safeguarding procedures ensure pupils are safe and secure.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong relationships contribute to pupils' confidence and well-being.
Parent Feedback: Parents recognize notable improvements since the appointment of the current leadership.
Parental Involvement: Inclusion manager has improved links with parents and agencies.
Extracurricular Activities: Curriculum enrichment provides more opportunities in music, art, and sport.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers set challenging work that motivates pupils of all abilities.
Impact on Student Progress: Significant improvements in teaching quality have led to better pupil progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Rigorous systems to check teaching quality ensure high standards.
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About Us
Otford Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 307 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 65% 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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Being the headteacher of Otford Primary School makes me feel incredibly privileged and proud. Our inclusive village school, which is thriving, gives every child the chance to do their absolute best. We take pride in offering comprehensive, high-quality educational opportunities and making sure that everyone has a good time while learning. We cultivate a culture that emphasises compassion, bravery, and curiosity in the hopes that it will help your kids at every stage of their educational journey. We aim to ensure that every child is immersed in rich learning opportunities across all curriculum areas in order for them to become enthusiastic life long learners. Staff members and students have a strong commitment to collaborative learning with families and high levels of motivation. Children depart from us prepared to make a meaningful contribution to local and international societies. Whether you are a parent, current or prospective, a pupil or a member of the community, this website aims to give you a taster of the school, as well as providing regular updated information for both parents and pupils. We appreciate your visit and encourage you to get in touch with us if you need any additional information.
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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-
|
C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.2 | 25.8 | 13.8 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 108 |
| 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 100 | 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 | 65% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.01% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 107 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 98 | 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 | 79% 11 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% 3 | 11.56% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 98 | 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 | 68% 6 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 11 | 10.3% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 95 | 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 | 74% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 26% | 8.77% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Otford Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1