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Dearham Primary School
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- Dearham CA15 7HR
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Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Excellent teaching of phonics and early reading skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils achieve high levels of attainment by the end of Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: More time needed for pupils to work out things for themselves.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in writing and mathematics are above average and just above average in reading by the end of Year 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Excellent teaching and very precise support ensure all pupils make outstanding progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary; they show respect and eagerness to learn.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils, including those with special educational needs, make exceptional progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel happy, safe, secure, and learn about different forms of bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school鈥檚 effective environment ensures students are well-prepared for the next stage.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school鈥檚 preparation of their children for future education.
Parental Involvement: Highly effective links with parents help children settle quickly into school.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of activities, including sports, music, and language learning.
Outdoor Facilities: Opportunities for learning both in class and outdoors are well-utilized.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers provide on-going opportunities and challenges, engaging pupils effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Outstanding teaching leads to exceptional progress for all pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers occasionally need more time for pupils to work independently.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular and high-quality marking helps pupils understand how to improve.
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Dearham Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 224 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 47% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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To provide students with a comprehensive, well-balanced curriculum that offers rich, age-appropriate experiences and opportunity to help each child reach their full potential. To create a secure atmosphere at school, both inside and outside, where students can learn to live healthfully and safely. to create and grow effective learning alliances between the community, the family, and the school. to make learning enjoyable while providing high-quality instruction and support in all areas of learning, giving our kids the self-assurance they need to achieve. Having high standards for our kids' performance will help them develop positive attitudes toward their work, enquiring minds, and a desire to study throughout their lives. to establish a warm, loving, and encouraging learning environment so that everyone鈥攕taff included鈥攆eels appreciated and respected.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | - | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 2-7 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22 | 10.7 | 18.1 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | - | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | - | 107 |
| 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 | 101 | 88 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 90 | 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 | 47% | 46.89% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.49% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -5.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | 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 2 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 89 | 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 | 77% 1 | 56.23% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 3 | 7.45% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | 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 | 103 1 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 78% 8 | 57.28% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 10 | 8.48% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 90 | 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 | 70% | 54.07% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 6.75% | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | Above 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 - 6th 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 | 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 | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dearham Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
