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Carrington Primary and Nursery School
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Carrington Primary and Nursery School
- Primary
- Nottingham NG5 2BF
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The new reading curriculum has resulted in pupils being able to read and understand more complex texts; they learn and remember new vocabulary at an impressive rate
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad, engaging, and well thought out, with strong contributions from pupils, parents, staff, and governors
Areas Needing Improvement: In a small number of areas, the curriculum lacks clarity, leading to potential misinterpretation by teachers
Performance in Maths & Reading: A revised approach to teaching mathematics helps pupils to know and remember what they have been taught, significantly increasing progress
Support for Falling Behind: Appropriate support is swiftly put in place for pupils falling behind
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are polite, courteous, and attentive, welcoming visitors warmly and taking turns to talk and listen attentively
Support for SEND Pupils: The school identifies pupils with SEND quickly and puts appropriate support in place, enabling these pupils to access the same curriculum content as their peers
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, and the school has created an open and positive culture around safeguarding
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Play leaders support anyone in need during playtimes, contributing to the welfare and safety of pupils
Parent Feedback: Parents, pupils, staff, and governors have contributed to the design of the curriculum
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved in shaping the curriculum and the school's broader activities
Extracurricular Activities: There are many opportunities to learn musical instruments, including clarinets, brass instruments, and guitars
Outdoor Facilities: Play leaders help during playtimes, creating a supportive environment
Teacher Engagement: Teachers welcome visitors warmly and engage actively in promoting the school's values
Impact on Student Progress: The school's own assessments indicate that pupils' progress has increased significantly, with improvements reflected in lessons and books
Assessment of Teaching Quality: There is a common understanding of what constitutes effective teaching across all levels of leadership
Teaching Staff Challenges: Unavoidable long-term staffing absences have impacted leadership capacity, leading to too many responsibilities falling to too few people
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About Us
Carrington Primary and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 229 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 53% 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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Carrington is a friendly, innovative school with high standards for behaviour and academic performance. We try to make a dynamic environment that caters to the individuality, requirements, and strengths of our kids. Respect and tolerance are fostered in our highly diverse school by a welcoming and encouraging environment. to allow everyone a say in establishing our school's community. providing a comprehensive and engaging curriculum, to encourage independent and self-assured learners. to honour and recognise the accomplishments of each and every student in our school. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with the school to set up a visit if you'd want to learn more. We are eager to meet you.
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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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A+
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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 | 22.8 | - | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 107 | 102 |
| 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 | 102 | 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 | 53% | 54.9% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.68% | 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 | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | 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 | 105 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 63% 9 | 59.53% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 8.13% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 | 105 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 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 | 72% 4 | 55.23% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 13 | 7.15% | 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 | -1.2 | Below 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 | 103 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 68% | 56.04% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 6.36% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 5.2 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 30th Aug 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Carrington Primary and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1