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Broomfield Primary School
- Primary
- Broomfield CM1 7DN
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics results have fluctuated but the school has strengthened its teaching, leading to confident readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Children in early years thrive and achieve well, particularly in writing.
Areas Needing Improvement: Opportunities for extended writing in non-English subjects need improvement.
Support for Falling Behind: Good investment in practical math tools and targeted support for disadvantaged pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behavior remains a strength; they enjoy applying the school's key values.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Results in reading, writing, and mathematics at key stage 1 compare favorably nationally. Performance at key stage 2 has been mixed but improvements are evident.
Support for SEND Pupils: Improvements in attendance are supporting learning and progress for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: High emphasis on well-being ensures swift action on safety concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: All safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose and staff notice even small changes in pupils.
Parent Feedback: Most parents are happy with the quality of education and appreciate the nurturing environment.
Parental Involvement: Positive parental comments highlight academic progress and emotional well-being.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are conscious of asking pupils to share their reasoning in mathematics.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� probing questions and practice writing have improved, though extended writing still needs work.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some most able students find work too easy and are not moved on quickly enough.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers need to provide more writing opportunities across various subjects.
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Broomfield Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 416 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 60% 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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Broomfield Primary School is a kind, prosperous, and friendly institution. Our team is incredibly devoted and works well as a unit. Our emphasis on "The Broomfield Way 6Rs Approach," which teaches kids to build life skills, is at the core of our philosophy. This educational philosophy encourages students to develop into responsible, respectful, independent learners who are prepared, reflective, resourceful, and resilient. These fundamental principles guide all we do in the classroom, weekly assemblies, and overall school goals. Our goal is to encourage a secure, comfortable, and engaging learning environment that helps kids to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and morally. We support home school connections and collaborate with parents to educate our students, promoting consistent communication and candid discussion. The school boasts thriving P.T.A., a supportive Governing Body, and very strong community ties. We collaborate with the neighbourhood primary schools that send students to Chelmer Valley High School as a part of the River Chelmer Primary Partnership.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.7 | - | 25 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 107 |
| 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 | 108 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 60% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 8.79% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 3.6 | 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 | 102 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 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 | 56% 8 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 12 | 10.71% | 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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.5 | Well 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 | 104 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 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 | 64% 11 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 14 | 10% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 93 | 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 | 53% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 9.05% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.6 | Below Average |
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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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Broomfield Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1