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Consett Junior School
- Primary
- Durham DH8 6AY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers choose texts that engage pupils and match them to their reading ages. The teaching of mathematics is creative and effective.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad and balanced with vibrant and engaging lessons. After-school clubs and community involvement are appreciated by pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to use assessment information better to plan more challenging activities, especially for the most able and middle-ability pupils.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Results in national assessments show improved standards in reading and writing, with above-average attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics combined.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers track pupils' progress regularly and provide targeted sessions to help pupils catch up if they fall behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, respectful, and have mature attitudes to learning. Bullying is rare and dealt with promptly.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities receive effective support and make good progress. Parents are extremely pleased with their children's progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff refer concerns promptly, ensuring swift action to safeguard pupils. Assemblies and lessons focus on key aspects of safety education.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff promote pupils' welfare effectively, providing a strong culture of safeguarding and supporting pupils' emotional and physical health.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very pleased with the changes made since the new headteacher took over, particularly praising support for SEN pupils.
Parental Involvement: The school works resolutely to increase parental and community involvement, with many parents appreciating the improved engagement.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a variety of after-school clubs, including sports, coding, art, and film, which are well-attended and appreciated by pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: The school provides access to competitive sports and regular PE lessons, promoting fitness and healthy living among pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and teaching assistants have benefited from training, improving the quality of teaching. Staff morale is high, and there is a strong sense of teamwork.
Impact on Student Progress: Current pupils are making good progress due to improved teaching standards. More pupils are now working at expected standards for their age.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders have improved the accuracy of teachers' assessments, leading to more effective teaching and better pupil outcomes.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers do not consistently challenge the most able and middle-ability pupils, which slows their progress.
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Consett Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 226 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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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| 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+
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B-
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | - | 21 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 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 | 104 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 67% | 57.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 7.35% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 105 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 3 | 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 | 58% 15 | 60.73% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 2 | 10.1% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | 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 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 73% 3 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 4 | 10.1% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 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 | 76% | 59.83% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.42% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Consett Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
