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Quarry Hill Academy
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- Thurrock RM17 5UT
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Attainment in phonics is significantly above average.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum promotes pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development exceptionally well.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure teachers use precise assessment information to provide challenging activities.
Performance in Maths & Reading: By the end of Year 6, progress in reading, writing, and mathematics is significantly above average.
Support for Falling Behind: Support for pupils falling behind is quickly put in place and they rapidly catch up with their learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show high levels of respect towards adults and one another. It is a happy school where pupils feel extremely safe.
Support for SEND Pupils: Special educational needs coordinator rigorously tracks progress; teaching assistants are highly trained and effective.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying and racism are rare and effectively handled.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Relationships between pupils and adults in the playground are very positive. Supervision is vigilant.
Parent Feedback: Parents are highly supportive and acknowledge the recent improvements in the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved in the initial assessment of their child when they enter nursery, but less so on entry to Reception.
Extracurricular Activities: Sports coaches provide an excellent range of after-school activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Outside area provides equipment that allows children to develop their physical skills and learn how to take risks safely.
Teacher Engagement: Staff work exceptionally well together and share high expectations.
Impact on Student Progress: Outstanding teaching has led to outstanding achievement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders use a range of information to judge the quality of teaching and provide individualised support.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Sometimes activities are not sufficiently challenging for the most able children in Early Years.
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About Us
Quarry Hill Academy is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 503 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 93% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At Quarry Hill Academy, we work hard to create the ideal conditions for all of our students to learn, persevere, and achieve success.
Our school is located in a multicultural area that contributes a valuable blend of traditions and cultures that are crucial to the growth of our students.
We desire for our children to be content, self-assured, and to have a love of learning.
We support them in achieving significant success.
At Quarry Hill, there are about 500 students enrolled in classrooms ranging from Pre-School and Nursery to Year 6.
Our students' achievement and growth are in the top 2% nationally and are the best in Essex and Thurrock.
Following an Ofsted inspection in July 2016, Quarry Hill Academy received the rating of Outstanding, marking a significant improvement over the prior finding of Requires Improvement.
We involve kids in a variety of activities that help them advance their knowledge and abilities and prepare them for life after school. We give them access to a wide range of rich experiences outside of the formal curriculum to foster extensive personal growth in each person.
Along with a commitment to provide every student the best education possible, the school has an attitude of strong engagement and persistent high standards.
Teaching presents an opportunity to influence a child's life, foster a passion for learning, and foster aspirations for everyone at Quarry Hill Academy.
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Our school is located in a multicultural area that contributes a valuable blend of traditions and cultures that are crucial to the growth of our students.
We desire for our children to be content, self-assured, and to have a love of learning.
We support them in achieving significant success.
At Quarry Hill, there are about 500 students enrolled in classrooms ranging from Pre-School and Nursery to Year 6.
Our students' achievement and growth are in the top 2% nationally and are the best in Essex and Thurrock.
Following an Ofsted inspection in July 2016, Quarry Hill Academy received the rating of Outstanding, marking a significant improvement over the prior finding of Requires Improvement.
We involve kids in a variety of activities that help them advance their knowledge and abilities and prepare them for life after school. We give them access to a wide range of rich experiences outside of the formal curriculum to foster extensive personal growth in each person.
Along with a commitment to provide every student the best education possible, the school has an attitude of strong engagement and persistent high standards.
Teaching presents an opportunity to influence a child's life, foster a passion for learning, and foster aspirations for everyone at Quarry Hill Academy.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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C+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | - | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.4 | 21.6 | 23.6 |
| Proficient Math | 111 | 106 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 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 | 111 | 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 | 93% | 59.64% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% | 9.07% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 5.7 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 6 | Well Above 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 | 108 1 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 | 89 | 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 | 90% | 61% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% 4 | 10.44% | 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 | 4.0 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 5.7 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 3.9 | 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 | 109 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 91 | 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 | 90% 3 | 58.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% | 10.22% | 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 | 3.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 5.6 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 6.5 | Well 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 | 109 | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 88 | 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 | 93% | 54.31% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% | 6.45% | 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 | 7.4 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 5.4 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 7.6 | Well 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Quarry Hill Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1