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Barlby Primary School
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Barlby Primary School
- Primary
- Kensington and Chelsea W10 6DW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Teaching pupils to read well is a key priority. Maths curriculum is well ordered and established.
Success of the Curriculum: Well sequenced learning in history, geography, art and religious education.
Areas Needing Improvement: More work needed on curriculum planning in science, computing and music.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Leaders addressing gaps in older pupils' number knowledge. Reading is a priority with new phonics programme.
Support for Falling Behind: Those who fall behind in reading receive appropriate support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour in lessons usually good; occasional low-level disruption noted.
Support for SEND Pupils: Specialist teachers' knowledge and support ensure that pupils with SEND are able to access the curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and know who to talk to if they have concerns or worries, including about bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with thorough teaching about safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents are offered help, guidance and support with their children.
Parental Involvement: Leaders involve the community extensively, providing valuable support for pupils and their families.
Extracurricular Activities: Clubs will restart in January; choir sings at local events.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers speak highly of the professional development offered and are positive about leadership.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching pupils to read well is prioritized, impacting student progress positively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasional low-level disruption when teacher subject knowledge or curriculum planning is not strong.
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About Us
Barlby Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 373 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 59% 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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"Learning side by side to become the best we can be. Being a genuinely inclusive community school is something we take great pride in. Our tagline embodies the notions that we are all lifelong learners and that each person has something valuable to contribute. We make every effort to respect people, see the best in them, and strive to be the greatest versions of ourselves. We offer a safe, loving environment for the kids because parents, teachers, and governors want the kids to enjoy learning. Learning can be a lot of fun, and we always look for new ways to let the kids explore their interests or unearth their abilities through the curriculum and the arts. To explore and learn through a well-rounded curriculum is creativity. We want to explore and learn through a balanced curriculum because we are curious. We are enquiring. Willingness: Willingness to build up your resilience so you can try and try again. respect for everyone. We champion equality and celebrate diversity. Children, staff, governors, and parents all play a significant role in ensuring that these values guide all of our decisions. Everything we do is centred on our kids.
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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
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.6 | - | 18 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 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 | 105 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 59% | 68.9% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 14.31% | 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 | - |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 110 2 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 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 | 73% 9 | 72.52% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 2 | 19% | 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 | 5.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 6.2 | Well 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 | 108 1 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 4 | 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 | 82% 19 | 71.44% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 1 | 19.67% | 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 | 3.8 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5.4 | Well 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 | 109 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 63% | 71.52% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 17.41% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 5.1 | Well Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Barlby Primary School
Local authority ratio 15 : 1