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Darley Dale Primary School
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Darley Dale Primary School
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- Darley Dale DE4 2QB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Staff teach children to read from the start.
Success of the Curriculum: Lessons and activities across the curriculum are interesting.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not plan well enough in science and music, affecting pupils' achievement.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils learn their multiplication tables and complete mathematics work efficiently.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, pay attention in class, and complete work with pride.
Support for Falling Behind: Phonics teaching is effective overall, though weakest readers sometimes get books that are too hard.
Support for SEND Pupils: The curriculum is adapted well to meet the needs of pupils with SEND, who are well supported and included.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: There is very little bullying, and staff sort it out if it happens. Pupils feel safe and cared for.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure staff understand their responsibilities to safeguard pupils.
Parent Feedback: Most parents would recommend the school to others.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy many clubs, such as rugby and hockey, and are taught yoga to relax.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils grow beans and strawberries, press apples to make juice, and work together in the school's wooded area.
Teacher Engagement: Senior leaders are very supportive and understanding of staff work-life balance.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff teach pupils how a 'growth mindset' helps them learn from mistakes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of all pupils effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff sometimes give weakest readers books that are too hard.
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About Us
Darley Dale Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 204 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 81% 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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Welcome to Darley Dale Primary School, everyone! We believe the details on this website will help you get a sense of what makes our school unique, including its values, beliefs, and vision. Darley Dale Primary School is a loving, alive, and progressive institution with wonderful students, parents, and staff who all collaborate closely to make this happen. Our relationship with our parents is very solid, and we're devoted to working together to make their time with us exciting, fulfilling, joyful, and successful. The pages that follow make reference to a variety of school-related topics. The most vital component of atmosphere, ethos, and the warmth and welcome of children and staff, however, cannot be expressed in writing or captured on camera. The easiest method to do this is to visit us during regular school hours. If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact us at any time. You can count on a very warm greeting from us. If you are thinking about enrolling your child in our school, get in touch with us to set up a visit.
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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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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.1 | 25.8 | 5.4 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 111 | 109 | 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 | 109 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 81% | 53.86% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 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 | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.5 | Above 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 | 103 5 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 5 | 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 | 63% 24 | 58.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 13 | 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 | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.9 | 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 | 108 4 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 5 | 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 | 87% 25 | 57.25% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 17 | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | Above 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 | 104 | 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 | 62% | 53.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 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 | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | Below Average |
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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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Darley Dale Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1