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Branston Junior Academy
- Primary
- Branston and Mere LN4 1LH
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Senior leader introduced guided reading to improve vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Whole-school topics and WOW! days increase engagement and enjoyment.
Areas Needing Improvement: Lack of opportunities for problem-solving and reasoning in mathematics.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Proportions of pupils achieving expected standards in reading and writing align with national figures; higher in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Gap analysis method helps Year 3 students catch up quickly in reading and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes, feel safe, and enjoy the school environment.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teaching assistants support pupils of all abilities effectively helping them reach their potential.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong safeguarding culture; rare bullying and racist incidents.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Robust policies ensure pupil safety and well-being.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly supportive; children are safe, happy, and making good progress.
Parental Involvement: Parents kept informed through various channels and detailed end-of-year reports.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs including street dance, taekwondo, orchestra, athletics, and art.
Outdoor Facilities: Includes residential activities at Rand Farm and Low Mill.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers check consistency of assessments every term.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching strategies ensure good pupil progress in core subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Moderation process reinforces accurate assessments across the school.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need for more opportunities in problem-solving and reasoning in mathematics.
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About Us
Branston Junior Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 170 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 56% 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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* Academic learning, which leads to improvements in knowledge, skill, and understanding of many subjects. Learning as a skill - mastering the art of learning (metacognition). * Citizenship education teaches students about themselves as members of contemporary British society and helps them get ready to play a part as global citizens. * Learning how to work as a team member, including how to support one another, learn tactics, develop resilience, and perform various roles. * Reflective learning: understanding how lifestyle decisions affect one's physical and mental health both inside and outside of the classroom. The goal of the work done by Branston Junior Academy is to help the kids reach their full potential both as learners and as people. This is accomplished via the planned and organized educational activities, as well as the chances offered to promote kids' personal growth. Children are urged to assume a greater degree of accountability for their actions and education, as well as to use their judgment and initiative. Because of the aforementioned, everything we do at Branston Juniors is guided by the five key values of respect, resilience, reflection, relationships, and responsibility. On the page named "Behavior," you may read additional details about this. The Academy has an 'open-door' policy as parents and members of the community are encouraged to participate in all aspects of school life such as helping in the classrooms, accompanying school outings, attending sports and social events.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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D-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 4-7 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.1 | 23.9 | 24.3 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | - | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | - | 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 | 102 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 98 | 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 | 56% | 52.4% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 5.83% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | 105 3 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 5 | 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 | 67% 11 | 57.21% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 19 | 7.65% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | 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 | 108 2 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 5 | 94 | 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 | 78% 6 | 55.43% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% 19 | 7.21% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1 | 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 | 106 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 72% | 50.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 6.28% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Branston Junior Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
