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Portway Junior School
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Portway Junior School
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- Andover SP10 3NA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers pay close attention to teaching basic skills, resulting in good standards in spelling, punctuation, and handwriting.
Success of the Curriculum: The broad, balanced, and exciting curriculum supports knowledge acquisition and skill application.
Areas Needing Improvement: There is variability in the application of new writing strategies; some pupils do not progress as expected.
Performance in Maths & Reading: High attainment in mathematics at key stage 2. Writing standards improving but still variable.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour management is strong, with no exclusions this year; pupils support each other well.
Support for Falling Behind: Interventions for pupils falling behind are tracked, though effectiveness varies.
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision has improved with regular parent communication, though teaching quality for SEND pupils is inconsistent.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is managed effectively with pupils feeling safe and supported.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong communication among staff and external agencies ensures comprehensive pupil welfare.
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive, appreciating the caring staff and opportunities for involvement.
Parental Involvement: Frequent events like the pop-up Egyptian museum showcase student achievements and involve parents.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of popular clubs like 'Glee' and playground adventure trail.
Outdoor Facilities: Facilities include an outdoor gym and opportunities for various sports.
Teacher Engagement: Effective staff team noted for high expectations and reflective practices.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching challenges pupils to think deeply, contributing to high attainment.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Detailed assessment and high teacher expectations sustain good standards.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistent application of writing strategies and SEND teaching quality need addressing.
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About Us
Portway Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 410 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 63% 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 head teacher at Portway, a three-form entry junior school with a wonderful "family feel," makes me feel incredibly pleased.
We have outstanding relationships with all of Andover's primary and secondary schools, including Portway Infant and Harrow Way Community Schools.
All of our children have made us incredibly proud.
Our staff puts a lot of effort into making sure that our curriculum is interesting, up to date, and alive with many of opportunities to engage and inspire kids to study.
We employ innovative teaching strategies in order to help our students grow into mature, well-rounded adults who are prepared for secondary education.
Our staff members are exceptionally committed, and they provide each of our students with extremely high-quality instruction, nurturing, and caring.
The strong relationships that exist between the students, teachers, parents, and governors define the school.
We produce and distribute a weekly newsletter called the Portway Press that informs everyone in our community of news and events.
Although Portway maintains high academic standards, we are equally proud of our accomplishments in the performing arts, music, and sports.
We were thrilled to obtain a very favourable report from OfSTED in February 2019, and we want to build on this success over the ensuing months and years.
Our school was constructed in 1952, and the Y3 wing was completed in the 1970s. It provides a large and lovely setting for learning.
We are lucky to have a school with cutting-edge amenities and a long history of being at the centre of the neighbourhood.
I am pleased of everything we accomplish at Portway Junior School, and I, together with the hard-working staff, think we provide a joyful and welcoming environment where kids can develop to their greatest potential and become accountable and caring members of the community.
Our school's vision statement, which was developed by our students and embodies the principles we think are important, is provided below.
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We have outstanding relationships with all of Andover's primary and secondary schools, including Portway Infant and Harrow Way Community Schools.
All of our children have made us incredibly proud.
Our staff puts a lot of effort into making sure that our curriculum is interesting, up to date, and alive with many of opportunities to engage and inspire kids to study.
We employ innovative teaching strategies in order to help our students grow into mature, well-rounded adults who are prepared for secondary education.
Our staff members are exceptionally committed, and they provide each of our students with extremely high-quality instruction, nurturing, and caring.
The strong relationships that exist between the students, teachers, parents, and governors define the school.
We produce and distribute a weekly newsletter called the Portway Press that informs everyone in our community of news and events.
Although Portway maintains high academic standards, we are equally proud of our accomplishments in the performing arts, music, and sports.
We were thrilled to obtain a very favourable report from OfSTED in February 2019, and we want to build on this success over the ensuing months and years.
Our school was constructed in 1952, and the Y3 wing was completed in the 1970s. It provides a large and lovely setting for learning.
We are lucky to have a school with cutting-edge amenities and a long history of being at the centre of the neighbourhood.
I am pleased of everything we accomplish at Portway Junior School, and I, together with the hard-working staff, think we provide a joyful and welcoming environment where kids can develop to their greatest potential and become accountable and caring members of the community.
Our school's vision statement, which was developed by our students and embodies the principles we think are important, is provided below.
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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-
|
B
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.1 | - | 23 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 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 | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 63% | 56.83% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.18% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -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 | 103 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 3 | 99 | 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 | 52% 14 | 63.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 8 | 11.36% | 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 | -3.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.0 | 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 | 105 1 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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 | 66% | 64.5% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 12 | 11.54% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 106 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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% | 62.79% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 10.67% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below 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 - 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Portway Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1