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Dovelands Primary School
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Dovelands Primary School
- Primary
- Blaby District LE3 0TJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: The school has developed a curriculum which ensures that pupils receive rich, varied, broad and balanced experiences.
Foundational Skills: Teachers鈥� subject knowledge in mathematics is not as strong as it is in other areas.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leadership roles in the foundation subjects require development to make them more effective.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils reached standards that were at least in line with those seen nationally in mathematics and all elements of English.
Support for Falling Behind: Precise intervention and support programmes are swiftly put in place for vulnerable groups.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy attending school, feel safe, behave well, enjoy learning and are proud of their school.
Support for SEND Pupils: The special educational needs leader sets high expectations and provides extra transition sessions for pupils with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils report that bullying is rare and would not be tolerated by the school. Exclusions are also uncommon.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Adults carefully consider how they speak to pupils, ensuring they instill confidence.
Parent Feedback: Parents express their appreciation for the effective communication which starts very early with home visits.
Parental Involvement: Home visits ensure smooth transitions and parents are expected to listen to their children read for homework.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of sporting and extra-curricular activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers feel supported in their careers and appreciate the school's outward-looking approach.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers constantly check on the accuracy of pupils鈥� work and address misconceptions quickly.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Joint lesson observations show senior leaders have a sound understanding of teaching effectiveness.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers鈥� subject knowledge in mathematics is less strong than in other areas.
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About Us
Dovelands Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 546 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 64% 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 are pleased to welcome you to Dovelands Primary School, a UNICEF Rights Respecting School. Our school is active and pleasant, with lots going on. This website seeks to introduce you to the institution while also regularly updating information for both parents and students. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover any information you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly. Dovelands is situated in Leicester's Western Park neighbourhood, some 1.5 miles to the west of the city's centre. We are a "all-through" primary school that serves students from ages 3 to 11. One of the largest Primary schools in the city, we currently have 550 students enrolled, including those enrolled in our part-time Early Years Foundation Stage programmes. Dovelands is a well-known school that gains by having parents that care about their kids' education and want to collaborate with the school. Initiatives that ask for parental support consistently receive a positive response because parents freely donate their time and abilities. Despite the school's size, there is a strong sense of community both inside and outside of it, and there are many connections to nearby sporting and cultural organisations. Please click the link below to view a copy of our school prospectus.
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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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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.2 | 25.8 | 14.6 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 93 | 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 | 64% | 53.17% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 5.45% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | 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 | 106 3 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 94 | 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 | 70% 12 | 58.55% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 8.5% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 1.6 | 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 | 103 3 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 58% 19 | 56.89% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 6 | 8.05% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 106 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 77% | 50.53% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% | 5.68% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 14th Jul 2025 - 25th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 13th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dovelands Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1