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The Belham Primary School
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The Belham Primary School
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- Southwark SE15 4DG
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The proportion of pupils reaching the expected standard in phonics is well above national expectation.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils benefit from learning a wide range of subjects within and beyond the school day.
Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritised; consistent phonics teaching leads to fluency
Success of the Curriculum: Well-sequenced; develops key skills and vocabulary
Areas Needing Improvement: Mathematics programme needs to be fully embedded in all classes.
Areas Needing Improvement: More effective checks needed for retained knowledge
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' overall attainment in reading, writing and mathematics at the end of key stage 1 is above the national average.
Support for Falling Behind: School鈥檚 鈥榚arly help鈥� provision supports vulnerable pupils and families well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are delightful, respectful, and enjoy school, reflected in their good attendance.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra help provided to keep up with peers
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display excellent conduct and school values
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading achievements are strong; improvement needed in maths
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils who have special educational needs and disabilities are supported well and make good progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: Identified early; teaching adapted for success
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and are well cared for; staff are vigilant in reporting concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school鈥檚 early help system is highly effective, improving the lives of pupils and families.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Positive, trusted relationships ensure safety
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High attendance driven by welfare focus
Parent Feedback: Most parents are highly complimentary about the school鈥檚 work.
Parental Involvement: Parents and the wider community are strong features of the school, involved in activities like planning charity events.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views considered in evaluations
Parental Involvement: Effective communication promotes involvement
Extracurricular Activities: Extra-curricular clubs are offered in abundance.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range available; fosters talents
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor spaces and resources are developing but do not reflect the quality of indoor space.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are committed to improving their own skills and planning interesting lessons.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching helps pupils make good progress in a range of subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use the school鈥檚 assessment systems well to keep a check on pupil progress.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are positive about guidance received
Teaching Staff Challenges: Quality of interaction and questioning by teachers is variable.
Impact on Student Progress: Some gaps due to inconsistent checks
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About Us
The Belham Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 393 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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 | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free 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 | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | 23.2 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 113 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 110 | 117 |
| 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 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 61% | 63.1% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 10.91% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 | - | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 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 | - | 61.67% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 10.92% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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 | - | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 61.08% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 10.16% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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 | - | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 92 | 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 | - | 56.61% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.8% | 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 |
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| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Belham Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1