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Barden Primary School
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Barden Primary School
- Primary
- Burnley BB10 1JD
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Early years focus on developing literacy and numeracy; children make great strides.
Success of the Curriculum: Whole-school approach to math shows effective progress; high expectations evident.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils鈥� vocabulary and inference skills need further development.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are making good progress in reading and math, with high standards particularly in Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Bespoke support is swift for pupils falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary behaviour and positive relationships contribute to good progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: Good progress for pupils with special educational needs/disabilities from their starting points.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective and robust.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Exceptional care and support for pupils鈥� welfare.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the increase in communication and hold the school in high regard.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved through activities beyond school to develop family learning.
Extracurricular Activities: The school provides memorable extracurricular experiences that raise pupils鈥� aspirations.
Outdoor Facilities: Developed outdoor area enhances learning experiences.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers show high expectations and introduce better ways of working.
Impact on Student Progress: High expectations and challenging activities result in good progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff had to attend significant training but morale remains high.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Introduction of efficient assessment methods ensures close monitoring of progress.
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Barden Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 476 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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'm Mrs. Holgate, and I oversee everything at Barden Primary School. I'd like to extend a warm welcome to you and your child in the thriving Barden school community. Hard work and excellent behaviour are required and rewarded at Barden, a joyful and compassionate school. We urge kids to discover their skills and strive for excellence in whatever they do. We anticipate that both our kids and adults will encourage one another and recognise each other's accomplishments. We provide a nurturing environment, a plethora of learning opportunities, and a safe space to guarantee that each child grows socially, intellectually, and emotionally. We hope that you will get a sense of the uniqueness of our school community and the outstanding work that is done here via our new website. We are so proud of our school and strongly believe that in our children we inspire a lifelong love for learning.
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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 |
A+
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B-
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A+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 25.8 | 24.9 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 109 | 104 |
| 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 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 97 | 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 | 48% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.4% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | Above 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 2 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 95 | 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% 4 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 4 | 9.2% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 102 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 95 | 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% 7 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 1 | 9.08% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 103 | 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 | 62% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.79% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Barden Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1