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Clifton CofE Primary School
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Clifton CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Clifton and Compton DE6 2GJ
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Children in early years do not get off to a strong enough start, especially in early reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have begun to review and revise the curriculum in all subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum is not yet sufficiently planned and sequenced in all subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In mathematics and history, the curriculum is well planned and sequenced. Pupils enjoy these subjects.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff step in quickly to address pupils' misunderstandings.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is good. They understand that bullying is wrong and staff deal with issues quickly and fairly.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive well-planned support and staff quickly identify their needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff prioritize pupils鈥� safety and well-being with regular training and quick action on concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn how to keep themselves safe, including online bullying dangers.
Parent Feedback: Parents spoke warmly about staff and community events.
Extracurricular Activities: Older pupils take active roles such as school council and eco committee members.
Teacher Engagement: Staff value leaders鈥� support for workload and well-being.
Teaching Staff Challenges: High rate of staff turnover has affected the pace of improvement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders plan to train staff in delivering the revised curriculum and check its impact.
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About Us
Clifton CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 102 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 56% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to Clifton CE (VC) Primary School, which is located on the outskirts of Ashbourne, a market town.
The magnificent Clifton School, located in the centre of the community, offers a top-notch all-around education.
Learning-friendly conditions have been created.
Excellent behaviour and high attendance are seen throughout the school.
The school keeps pushing for superiority in every endeavour.
We are fully devoted to achieving the greatest levels of proficiency while preserving breadth of experience via the taught curriculum and beyond. Leading with a vibrant, broad, and balanced curriculum developed for the needs of our children.
Students are highly motivated by a well-supported school-wide incentives system, as evidenced by the weight of badges they are happy to wear on their blazers.
The majority of this exceptional activity takes place in a school setting, whose impact has been maximised through meticulous planning.
Kindergarten and Year 1 Every Wednesday morning, kids excitedly attend our Forest School.
Holy Trinity Church is right across the street and offers additional possibilities for worship as well as study and inspiration.
Because it never stops working to provide the very best education for the kids who are fortunate enough to spend the first years of their statutory education within its community, Clifton CE Primary School continues to be a fantastic institution.
Being the Executive Headteacher of Clifton CE (VC) Primary School makes me incredibly proud.
This website strives to introduce you to our institution while also offering often updated information for both parents and students.
For any questions you might have or to schedule a visit, please don't hesitate to call the school directly.
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The magnificent Clifton School, located in the centre of the community, offers a top-notch all-around education.
Learning-friendly conditions have been created.
Excellent behaviour and high attendance are seen throughout the school.
The school keeps pushing for superiority in every endeavour.
We are fully devoted to achieving the greatest levels of proficiency while preserving breadth of experience via the taught curriculum and beyond. Leading with a vibrant, broad, and balanced curriculum developed for the needs of our children.
Students are highly motivated by a well-supported school-wide incentives system, as evidenced by the weight of badges they are happy to wear on their blazers.
The majority of this exceptional activity takes place in a school setting, whose impact has been maximised through meticulous planning.
Kindergarten and Year 1 Every Wednesday morning, kids excitedly attend our Forest School.
Holy Trinity Church is right across the street and offers additional possibilities for worship as well as study and inspiration.
Because it never stops working to provide the very best education for the kids who are fortunate enough to spend the first years of their statutory education within its community, Clifton CE Primary School continues to be a fantastic institution.
Being the Executive Headteacher of Clifton CE (VC) Primary School makes me incredibly proud.
This website strives to introduce you to our institution while also offering often updated information for both parents and students.
For any questions you might have or to schedule a visit, please don't hesitate to call the school directly.
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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 |
C
|
B-
|
C
|
| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.2 | 25.8 | 25 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 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 | 104 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 94 | 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% | 53.86% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.12% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 5 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 96 | 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% 35 | 58.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 2 | 9.76% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 100 4 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 92 | 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 | 29% 9 | 57.25% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.52% | 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 | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.4 | 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 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 89 | 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 | 38% | 53.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.32% | 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 | -7.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Clifton CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1