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Thomas Arnold Primary School
- Primary
- Barking and Dagenham RM9 6NH
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Clear expectations for progression in phonics are helping to improve outcomes
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils' outcomes have risen with improved progress in reading, writing, and mathematics
Foundational Skills: Leaders prioritize reading with phonics programs supporting early reading skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Well-considered curriculum with identified key ideas in most subjects to help embed knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Continue to strengthen the teaching of reading across the school
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need better sequencing to deepen understanding and consistent assessment usage.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils’ progress by the end of key stage 2 was above national averages in reading, writing, and mathematics
Support for Falling Behind: Timely assessments ensure clear teaching programs for those needing further support
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are polite, and fully engaged in learning and play
Performance in Maths & Reading: Early years quickly learn to count, add, and develop fluency in reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Struggling readers receive extra support to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, behave well, and respect diversity.
Support for SEND Pupils: Timely assessments and targeted support are in place for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils' needs are identified and supported, ensuring inclusion in school life.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: A culture of care is evident, with robust systems to ensure pupil safety
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Clear, detailed records and quick follow-up on concerns promote a safe environment
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: E-safety ambassadors guide online safety; school promotes emotional well-being effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Worry boxes and attention to emotional well-being support welfare.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school's clear communication of expectations
Parental Involvement: Parents and carers know what is taught and why, valuing the school’s virtues
Parent Feedback: Parents are typically supportive of the school’s development.
Parental Involvement: Regular consultations with pupils reflect school responsiveness to community feedback.
Teacher Engagement: Staff regularly discuss and review their teaching practices, including use of video reflection
Impact on Student Progress: High expectations from teachers contribute to pupils’ improving progress and attainment
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular assessments and feedback policies are effectively used to identify support needs
Teacher Engagement: Staff well-supported with mindful workload management.
Impact on Student Progress: Engagement and effective phonics program promote reading success.
Extracurricular Activities: Offers a range of activities like netball, music, and arts.
Outdoor Facilities: Includes residential trips like Year 5's camp in Wales.
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Thomas Arnold Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 462 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
A+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.2 | - | 21.1 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 102 |
| 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 | 106 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 98 | 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% | 57.83% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.32% | 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 | 0 | - |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 1 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 2 | 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 | 75% 3 | 56.43% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 11 | 9.69% | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | 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 | 106 3 | 87 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 6 | 87 | 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 | 72% 21 | 56.39% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 6 | 7.68% | 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 | 2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3 | 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 | 103 | 84 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 83 | 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 | 51% | 54.73% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.7% | 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 | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | Below Average |
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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 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thomas Arnold Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1