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Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
The quality of practice and services Good
Access to services by young children and families Good
Previous inspection grade Good
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good
Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good
Outcomes for pupils Good
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Foundational Skills: Creative curriculum supports pupils in applying knowledge and skills.
Success of the Curriculum: High standard writing and memorable experiences like the Great Fire of London project.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils in key stage 1 could achieve better in reading and writing; progress in mathematics needs enhancement.
Support for Falling Behind: Swift and pertinent provision helps pupils catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are very well-behaved, enthusiastic learners due to fun activities.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Some pupils could make better progress; current improvements are showing positive impact.
Support for SEND Pupils: Address emotional and social well-being through family support workers and additional sessions.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: E-safety is promoted well; pupils know how to stay safe online.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Regular training for staff, detailed records, and effective safeguarding procedures.
Parent Feedback: Parents feel their children are in safe hands and appreciate the school’s support.
Parental Involvement: Involvement through school vision updates and charity activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of extracurricular activities enjoyed by pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: Eco-committee participation in community activities like litter pick-up.
Teacher Engagement: Staff enjoy working at the school and are proud members.
Impact on Student Progress: Well-designed mathematics curriculum and professional development support teacher improvement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Effective tracking and monitoring systems in place.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers need to provide more challenging activities for better pupil progress.
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The Ryde School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.

It has 225 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.

At this school, 66% 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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Large grassy areas and firm surfaces make up the playground. There are two playgrounds with adventures. An environmental area with study spaces is located at the top of the playground and includes a nature trail, a hedgerow, and wild grasses. The school facility is extremely guarded, with only the front door and an intercom system providing access to the general public. A Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, full-time teachers, and a number of part-time Teaching Assistants make up the teaching team. A specialist music instructor is employed by the school, and she provides music classes to all students.
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Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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B-
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Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 4-11 3-11 5-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 19.1 - 23
Proficient Math 106 111 105
Proficient Read 109 107 106
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 106 99 97
Reading 109 100 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 66% 58.22% 55.92%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 14% 9.91% 7.4%

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 2.6 Above Average
Writing 0.5 Average
Maths 2.1 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 107 98 96
Reading 108 97 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% 7 62.58% 60.39%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 21% 10 11.96% 9.69%

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 2.2 Above Average
Writing -0.3 Average
Maths 0.8 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 107 1 94 94
Reading 108 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 86% 3 61.02% 59.48%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 11% 12 11.68% 9.14%

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 1.1 Above Average
Writing -1.4 Below Average
Maths 1.7 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 106 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 83% 59.69% 56.27%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 23% 11.39% 8.17%

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 1.3 Above Average
Maths 0.7 Average
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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 - 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 - 23rd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Ryde School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1

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