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Whitfield Aspen School
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Whitfield Aspen School
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The focus on phonics is having a marked effect on pupils' ability to read by blending sounds together and to spell by segmenting the sounds.
Success of the Curriculum: Teaching and a rich and interesting curriculum ensure good progress and achievement, though not all challenges are demanding enough.
Areas Needing Improvement: Greater consistency in reading opportunities and better quality marking are needed to improve pupils' progress.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Mainstream pupils achieve well and are on track to reach expected levels in reading, writing, and mathematics by Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs receive exceptionally good support and make pronounced progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ good behaviour and positive attitudes to learning are typical, contributing to a safe and nurturing atmosphere.
Support for SEND Pupils: Aspen provision ensures that disabled pupils and those with special educational needs achieve outstandingly well.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school effectively handles bullying issues, providing a respectful and safe environment even for vulnerable pupils.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Very strong focus on health and safety training linked to medical needs and first aid.
Parent Feedback: Parents have immense confidence in the school with many praising the exciting education and extracurricular activities.
Parental Involvement: Teachers are committed to including parents in enhancing the educational experience through various activities.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities which enhance learning and personal development.
Impact on Student Progress: While some teaching is outstanding, achieving greater consistency will help in raising pupils' achievements further.
Teaching Staff Challenges: There is not enough consistent challenging work for the most able pupils, especially in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Effective performance management and professional development impact positively on teaching quality though some inconsistencies remain.
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About Us
Whitfield Aspen School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 610 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 46% 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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The school has served the local and larger East Kent communities for more than 50 years, and the students, parents, teachers, and governors are all very proud of it.
Our capacity to "Learn together" with "Aspiration, Imagination, and Determination" is something we take great delight in.
Because it combines students from normal and special schools in a setting that is truly inclusive, Whitfield Aspen School is exceptional.
Our dedication to offering opportunities for learning to everyone is what makes us strong.
Our school has a strong "learning together" philosophy, which helps kids advance rapidly.
Additionally, we want to provide kids the tools they need to be in charge of their own education and to encourage them to take calculated risks in order to advance their skills.
Children can benefit from a rich learning environment at our school facility.
We have modern ICT to assist students, as well as open space so that Forest School activities can take place.
In the Dover region, we also collaborate closely with 8 other primary schools to form the Samphire Learning Hub (SLH).
This encourages the staff to take advantage of learning opportunities so they may evaluate their own work and make changes that will benefit the students at Whitfield Aspen School.
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Our capacity to "Learn together" with "Aspiration, Imagination, and Determination" is something we take great delight in.
Because it combines students from normal and special schools in a setting that is truly inclusive, Whitfield Aspen School is exceptional.
Our dedication to offering opportunities for learning to everyone is what makes us strong.
Our school has a strong "learning together" philosophy, which helps kids advance rapidly.
Additionally, we want to provide kids the tools they need to be in charge of their own education and to encourage them to take calculated risks in order to advance their skills.
Children can benefit from a rich learning environment at our school facility.
We have modern ICT to assist students, as well as open space so that Forest School activities can take place.
In the Dover region, we also collaborate closely with 8 other primary schools to form the Samphire Learning Hub (SLH).
This encourages the staff to take advantage of learning opportunities so they may evaluate their own work and make changes that will benefit the students at Whitfield Aspen School.
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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 | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.1 | - | 18.9 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 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 | 103 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 46% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 1% | 8.01% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 106 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 98 | 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 | 63% 8 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 1 | 11.56% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | 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 | 104 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 98 | 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 | 55% 3 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 3 | 10.3% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 52% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.77% | 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 | -3.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 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
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Whitfield Aspen School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1