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The Bramble Academy
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- Mansfield NG19 8DF
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: The school has transformed how pupils learn to read with a consistent phonics program and new libraries.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum redesign is helping pupils achieve more highly across different year groups.
Areas Needing Improvement: There is some inconsistency in how well the curriculum is taught in a few subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are achieving more highly in mathematics and reading due to the revised curriculum.
Support for Falling Behind: Every pupil needing extra help in reading is quickly identified and supported.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, respond positively to high expectations, and are motivated learners.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are a high priority, and their needs are quickly identified and supported.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective. Trained staff support pupils' well-being and mental health needs.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes equal respect and healthy relationships, creating an inclusive and safe environment.
Parent Feedback: Many parents gladly recommend the school due to its significant improvements.
Extracurricular Activities: Popular clubs include gymnastics, football, and choir, among others.
Outdoor Facilities: High-quality outdoor learning facilities have been developed.
Impact on Student Progress: The redesigned curriculum and staff training have positively impacted student learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff frequently refer to previous learning to ensure pupils understand and remember what they have been taught.
Teaching Staff Challenges: There is some variation in how the curriculum is delivered across the school.
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The Bramble Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 173 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 33% 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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The Bramble Academy is a primary school with a one-form entry that serves the Mansfield Woodhouse neighbourhood. We are really fortunate to have a wonderful learning environment at school, outstanding outdoor learning possibilities, and the famous gold Sports mark. The Evolve Trust family of schools, which includes 2000 students from Mansfield and the surrounding area, includes The Bramble Academy. Our school's fundamental values of ambition, integrity, inclusivity, resilience, and endeavour serve as a strong foundation for our community. Our principles foster children's growth as reflective learners in a serene, loving, joyful, and purposeful environment. They serve as the cornerstone for our social, emotional, spiritual, and moral development and permeate the entire curriculum. We make learning fun for everyone to ensure that our students graduate from Bramble as joyful, self-assured, motivated, and inspired lifelong learners.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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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 | 18.5 | 27.7 | 22.4 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 105 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 105 | 106 |
| 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 | 100 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 33% | 57.92% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.55% | 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 | -3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | 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 | 98 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 1 | 97 | 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 | 28% 2 | 62.18% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.93% | 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 | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | -4.0 | 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 | 98 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 100 4 | 97 | 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 | 30% 1 | 61.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.66% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 99 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 96 | 96 | 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 | 29% | 59.69% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.83% | 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 | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | Below Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Bramble Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1