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Dovedale Primary School
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Dovedale Primary School
- Primary
- Erewash NG10 3HU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders prioritise reading; pupils achieve well, children learn to read from Reception.
Success of the Curriculum: Well-sequenced curriculum from early years to Year 6 is ambitious for all pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, the most important knowledge is not precisely identified.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in reading and have fluency and expression.
Support for Falling Behind: Any pupils falling behind quickly catch up due to regular checks and support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are kind, respectful, and behave well; bullying dealt with immediately.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are well supported; needs identified quickly and staff support skilfully.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Teachers handle rare instances of bullying immediately; pupils feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pastoral base supports emotional well-being; meticulous safety checks on staff.
Parent Feedback: Parents feel staff are supportive and keep them informed about progress.
Parental Involvement: Encourages parental involvement through activities and community engagement.
Extracurricular Activities: Rich range of clubs and extra-curricular activities with a high uptake.
Outdoor Facilities: Children enjoy forest school, promoting outdoor learning.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are overwhelmingly positive about leaders; feel valued and supported.
Impact on Student Progress: Regular checks on pupils' learning; training provided to teachers.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Training working effectively in most cases; teachers check pupils' understanding.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, important knowledge not made explicit affecting progress.
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About Us
Dovedale Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 408 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 65% 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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We hope that you get a sense of our school from this website. We are a joyful, energetic learning environment that is proud of our school and our role in the neighbourhood. Our children's behaviour reflects their engagement with our diverse curriculum and they all support our values of Respect, Enjoyment, Achievement , Challenge and Health. (REACH). We have high expectations for the students at our school, and we work together to meet these objectives. Parents, governors, and our thriving PTA all support our hardworking staff. Our kids have access to a wide range of educational options, including excursions, workshops, residentials, and participation in neighbourhood events. We actively participate in a range of sporting events and support our children's health both physically and emotionally through a variety of school led programmes including THRIVE and forest schools. being acknowledged for excellence in all facets of school life; Standards of achievement that are higher than national norms when compared to all schools and in the upper percentile when compared to similar schools; To develop a meaningful and enjoyable workplace that recognises the contributions and overall well-being of all of its employees.
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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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D-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-7 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.4 | 22.6 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | - | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | - | 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 | 105 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 65% | 53.86% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 65% 1 | 58.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 4 | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | 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 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 66% 2 | 57.25% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 5 | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 106 | 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 | 64% | 53.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dovedale Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1