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Carmountside Primary Academy
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Carmountside Primary Academy
- Primary
- Stoke-on-Trent ST2 8DJ
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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: Leaders have got it right when it comes to teaching pupils to read.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils achieve well and enjoy the subjects they learn, especially science.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not use assessment well enough to check previous learning in some subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Staff are experts in teaching phonics; pupils access the right books at the right time.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers adapt their teaching swiftly to ensure pupils remember important information.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils say behaviour is mostly good, and bullying is sorted by staff.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are particularly well-supported and access the full curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know that repeated unkind behavior becomes bullying, which staff manage effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders鈥� and staff's swift actions make a real difference to pupils' safety and well-being.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers value that staff take the time to get to know pupils well.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers appreciate leaders looking after their well-being and workload.
Impact on Student Progress: Students build up their learning in small steps, making strong progress through the curriculum.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff do not have high enough expectations for handwriting and presentation of work.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use assessment well in most subjects, but not all.
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About Us
Carmountside Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 233 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 23% 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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In order to ensure that every kid achieves more than they ever imagined possible, I am honoured to serve Abbey Hulton and the larger community as the head of this unique institution. We are a joyful, welcoming, and pleasant school that striving for excellence while fostering a culture of compassion. Our team works tirelessly and devotedly to give our kids the greatest care possible so they can grow up to be strong, healthy, and self-assured adults who can realise their full potential. We are dedicated to rising standards and hold our kids to consistently high standards in both their social and intellectual development. We are pleased with the variety of possibilities we provide for our kids. We want to make learning interesting so that everyone can succeed in a secure setting. We seek to produce lifelong learners with a thirst for knowledge through our comprehensive and well-balanced curriculum, as well as the abilities and values necessary to raise young people who are tolerant and courteous. Every child has the right to a high-quality education, which is made possible by partnerships between parents and schools. Visitors to our school frequently remark on how kind and welcoming it is. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover all the information you need. If you have any inquiries or would want to schedule a visit, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the school.
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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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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20 | 22.7 | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | 98 | 102 | 99 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 103 | 98 |
| 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 | 98 | 98 | 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 | 23% | 55.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.64% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.7 | 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 | 102 | 104 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 1 | 103 | 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 | 55% 9 | 64.38% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 1 | 8.75% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 102 4 | 103 | 94 |
| Reading | 100 1 | 104 | 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 | 46% 21 | 63.19% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 4 | 8.09% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 99 | 98 | 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 | 25% | 58.79% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 7.13% | 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 | -3.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.8 | Well Below 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Carmountside Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
