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Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
Early years provision Good
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good
Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good
Outcomes for pupils Good
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Foundational Skills: Teaching of phonics and early reading has improved significantly, resulting in outcomes that exceed national averages.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils experience a full range of national curriculum subjects, developing a wide range of interests, skills, and knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to challenge pupils more in mathematical reasoning and logic, especially in Key Stage 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders monitor teaching and provide clear feedback, enabling staff to address weaknesses swiftly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, friendly, and considerate, with good behaviour standards; occasional boisterous play noted in early years or Key Stage 1.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in mathematics is good but not as rapid as in English; improvements needed in challenging pupils' reasoning skills.
Support for SEND Pupils: The provision for special educational needs is a strength, with pupils making good progress from their different starting points.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff are vigilant and alert to signs of vulnerability, understanding procedures for child protection and keeping children safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders and staff take care and welfare responsibilities seriously, providing a safe and stimulating environment.
Parent Feedback: The large majority of parents feel their children are safe and well looked after, with staff going ‘above and beyond’ to meet needs.
Parental Involvement: Leaders understand the need to involve all parents and pupils more fully in developing their vision for the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Exciting before- and after-school clubs, educational trips, and stimulating topics enhance pupils’ experiences and development.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor play areas encourage social interaction and personal space, although some concerns about boisterous play.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive clear feedback about strengths and guidance on improving performance, fostering an improving culture.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers’ subject knowledge and questioning skills lead to good pupil progress across key stages and subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders frequently monitor teaching quality, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Not all subject leaders can pinpoint pupils' attainment levels consistently, affecting support and challenge provided.
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Witton Gilbert Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.

It has 194 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.

At this school, 45% 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
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Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 4-11 3-11 4-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 24.3 25.8 18.7
Proficient Math 103 108 100
Proficient Read 104 109 104
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 103 98 97
Reading 104 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 45% 57.35% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 6% 7.35% 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 -0.6 Below Average
Writing 0 -
Maths -0.6 Below 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 6 97 96
Reading 106 4 96 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 70% 27 60.73% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 13% 8 10.1% 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 -0.6 Below Average
Writing -0.6 Below Average
Maths 1.0 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 101 1 96 94
Reading 102 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 43% 13 62.72% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 5% 6 10.1% 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 -2.6 Below Average
Writing -0.3 Average
Maths -3.7 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 102 92 93
Reading 103 93 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 56% 59.83% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 11% 8.42% 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 -1.2 Below Average
Writing 3.0 Above Average
Maths -1.5 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 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025
Spring Holidays 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025
Summer Half Term Holidays 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025
Summer Holidays 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025

Terms Dates 2024/25

Terms Dates
Autumn Term 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024
Autumn Term-2 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024
Spring Term 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025
Spring Term-2 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025
Summer Term 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025
Summer Term-2 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025
Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Witton Gilbert Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

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