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Balksbury Junior School
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- Andover SP10 3QP
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics with work showing high standards in books.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is well planned to provide enriching experiences and contributes effectively to pupils鈥� understanding of life in modern Britain.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some pupils do not make consistently good progress in every class, and some teachers do not deepen and extend pupils' understanding effectively.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in reading and mathematics, with attainment significantly above average by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: There is an effective system in place that records pupils鈥� achievement, allowing staff to track progress and support those at risk of falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy school, behave well, and are friendly and polite. They take pride in their work and respect each other鈥檚 opinions.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff are skilled at identifying the needs of pupils with special educational needs and provide the right support to help them overcome their barriers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe in school and know how to stay safe from external dangers, including those related to modern technology.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school places a high priority on making pupils safe in and out of school and holds regular assemblies to promote different aspects of safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents feel that the school is well led and managed and has shown marked improvements in recent years.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a good choice of clubs and activities for pupils to enjoy after school, including an improved range of sporting activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan together and pool ideas to provide learning experiences that enable pupils to make good progress.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use assessment information to plan work at the right level, helping pupils to join in lessons and make good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders provide guidance to teachers about how their work can be further improved, with training and support based on their needs and aspirations.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers do not follow the policy to provide opportunities for pupils to respond to feedback or insist on high standards of work presentation.
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About Us
Balksbury Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 371 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 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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I'd like to extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors at Balksbury Federation. We sincerely hope you find our website to be user-friendly, helpful, and clear. It is intended to give you a sense of our federation, the creative work of our students, and the level of education we want to provide. Our association is headquartered on a historic Bronze Age site southwest of Andover. At Balksbury Federation, we are dedicated to providing inspiring instruction that creates responsible, well-rounded individuals who strive to reach their best potential. Our goal is for kids to grow up to be intelligent, self-assured, and autonomous young adults who gain from living in a joyful federated community. We all want children to succeed to the best of their abilities while also respecting others' opinions, acting politely, and thinking about self-discipline. Our educational philosophy is to inspire children's curiosity through a combination of hands-on learning, direct instruction, individual work, and group projects. The entire crew recognises children as unique individuals with abilities and needs and shares our vision for them. The staff puts in a lot of effort to make school enjoyable. Our classrooms are humming with activity, learning, and pleasure, making Balksbury Federation a unique setting for kids. We are eager to engage with you because we think a strong collaboration between home and school is essential and advantageous for kids. Our door is open to you, and we hope that your time at Balksbury Federation will be a happy and productive one. We will keep you informed of your child's progress and school events.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.9 | 25.8 | 23 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 109 |
| 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 | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 63% | 56.83% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 8.18% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 104 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 99 | 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 | 59% 8 | 63.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 11.36% | 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 | -3.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 99 | 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 | 67% 4 | 64.5% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 4 | 11.54% | 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 | -1 | 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 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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 | 71% | 62.79% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 10.67% | 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 | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 - 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Balksbury Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1