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Trowse Primary School
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- Trowse with Newton NR14 8TU
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| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils achieved above the expected levels in phonics last year.
Success of the Curriculum: Standards in writing and mathematics were significantly above average.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure pupils reach the same very high levels in reading.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in writing and mathematics were significantly above average at the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional teaching and support time in class and for individuals when needed.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have extremely positive attitudes to learning and outstanding behaviour.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs make similar progress to others and are well supported.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel extremely safe and know what they should and should not do to stay safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The entire school community watch out for each other. Parents agree that their children are very safe.
Parent Feedback: The inspector took account of the 38 responses to the online questionnaire (Parent View).
Parental Involvement: Parents, staff, and pupils agree that behaviour is of a very high standard and feel engaged.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a breakfast club and a range of after-school clubs, including a well-attended breakfast club.
Outdoor Facilities: Children make an excellent beginning in the Reception class because they are encouraged to explore their environment through various experiences indoors and out.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers work very well with teaching assistants to respond to pupils’ needs in all key stages.
Impact on Student Progress: High expectations in all lessons result in success due to the balance of support for, and belief in, the individual pupil.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The continual focus on improving learner skills ensures teachers address challenges promptly.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Marking is regular, detailed, and always helpful in guiding pupils' achievements forward.
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About Us
Trowse Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 182 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 76% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.3 | - | 25.1 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 93 | 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 | 76% | 46.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 3.88% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 3 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 94 | 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 | 87% 6 | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 6.78% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 105 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 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 | 81% 1 | 51.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 1 | 5.5% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 82% | 46.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 6.77% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | Below Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd 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 | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Trowse Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1