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Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
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Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
- Primary
- Ipswich IP4 1PJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers frequently adapt teaching and learning to stimulate pupils, e.g., Year 2's South Pole project.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is rich, varied, and stimulating with frequent opportunities for creative teaching.
Areas Needing Improvement: Focus on embedding new approaches in mathematics and writing to improve pupil attainment.
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils receive targeted support, including extra-curricular activities, to improve performance.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes, are polite, sociable, and respectful to each other and adults.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in writing has declined; a structured approach is now in place. Mathematics curriculum has been revised for better problem-solving.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs thrive with precise support from all staff.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong safeguarding culture with rigorous procedures and well-organized staff training.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective intervention programs and family support have positively impacted pupil attendance and behavior.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly supportive, praising the school's care and positive learning environment.
Parental Involvement: Family learning programs successfully engage parents in their children's education.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate in many extra-curricular activities that help them access their learning.
Outdoor Facilities: Managed small outdoor space effectively with organized games and dance activities during break times.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers consistently use creativity to engage students in learning exciting topics.
Impact on Student Progress: Revised methods in mathematics and writing show positive impact on student progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Focus on continuous improvement in teaching methods to meet evolving student needs.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Increased focus on structured learning targets to challenge the most able pupils.
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About Us
Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 436 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 58% 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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For our students at Clifford Road, we wish to foster and build a passion of learning that will last throughout their life. Our goal is for them to be safe and healthy, to enjoy and succeed in whatever they do, to contribute positively to society, and to succeed in the future. This is supported by our conviction that every kid, regardless of ability, deserves to be appreciated and treated equally and consistently. At Clifford Road, we actively encourage peaceful coexistence in all facets of school life while advancing equality and combating any type of discrimination. We want to eliminate all obstacles to participation, advancement, attainment, and achievement. We take seriously the role we play in fostering community harmony.
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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 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.7 | - | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 109 |
| 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 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 96 | 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 | 58% | 51.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 6.06% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.1 | 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 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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% 9 | 58.41% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 2 | 8.08% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 93 | 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% 3 | 55.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 7.89% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 86 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 87 | 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 | 60% | 50.1% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 7.24% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 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 Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
Local authority ratio 18 : 1