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Dunston Hill Community Primary School
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Dunston Hill Community Primary School
- Primary
- Gateshead NE11 9NX
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: A well-structured program in phonics positively impacts reading development.
Success of the Curriculum: The rich and diverse curriculum inspires pupils and promotes good spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers鈥� questioning does not always probe deeply; marking is inconsistent.
Support for Falling Behind: Thorough tracking identifies pupils needing additional support, ensuring equal opportunities.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary and motivated; they show respect to others.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics at the end of Key Stage 2 is broadly average.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs make good progress due to effective teaching and support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and swiftly dealt with; pupils feel secure.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are well-informed about safety and know potential dangers of the internet.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the support their children receive and are very pleased.
Parental Involvement: Parents are well informed about school events and curriculum through various means including the school website.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of after-school clubs such as drama, 鈥楬appy Feet鈥�, karate, etc.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are motivated and provide excellent subject knowledge with clear explanations.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching has led to rapid improvement in pupils鈥� achievement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Quality of teaching is regularly checked, and underperformance is addressed through precise targets.
Teaching Staff Challenges: There is some inconsistency in questioning techniques and marking.
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Dunston Hill Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 387 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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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I'd like to extend a warm greeting to you on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors at Dunston Hill Community Primary School.
Being the headteacher, I am extremely proud of our school and all of its accomplishments.
The wide range of facilities and resources available both internally and externally ensures that the effectiveness of teaching and learning has a substantial impact on students' outcomes.
The school consistently achieves high standards of achievement in reading, writing, and math, and students graduate from Year 6 with reading, writing, and math scores that are consistently higher than the national average.
As much as we want to see the kids succeed academically and confidently move on to the next stage of their education, we also want to see their personal and social growth flourish.
A large variety of extracurricular activities are available to supplement the curriculum, and community connections are deeply ingrained in school life.
The school was once again rated as good by Ofsted on its most recent inspection in October 2017, which also revealed that the students "enjoy their school, behave well, and feel safe."
The school's unwavering commitment to improving educational quality has improved student outcomes at every critical level, and students are well-prepared for their secondary education.
The vast majority of parents support the institution and believe that Dunston Hill offers their children the best possible educational experience.
We welcome you to work with us to create a partnership that will make your child's experience here fun and beneficial if you are a new parent or caretaker entering our school community for the first time.
Visits are welcomed and encouraged, and I would be happy to show you around our great school along with the kids and staff.
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Being the headteacher, I am extremely proud of our school and all of its accomplishments.
The wide range of facilities and resources available both internally and externally ensures that the effectiveness of teaching and learning has a substantial impact on students' outcomes.
The school consistently achieves high standards of achievement in reading, writing, and math, and students graduate from Year 6 with reading, writing, and math scores that are consistently higher than the national average.
As much as we want to see the kids succeed academically and confidently move on to the next stage of their education, we also want to see their personal and social growth flourish.
A large variety of extracurricular activities are available to supplement the curriculum, and community connections are deeply ingrained in school life.
The school was once again rated as good by Ofsted on its most recent inspection in October 2017, which also revealed that the students "enjoy their school, behave well, and feel safe."
The school's unwavering commitment to improving educational quality has improved student outcomes at every critical level, and students are well-prepared for their secondary education.
The vast majority of parents support the institution and believe that Dunston Hill offers their children the best possible educational experience.
We welcome you to work with us to create a partnership that will make your child's experience here fun and beneficial if you are a new parent or caretaker entering our school community for the first time.
Visits are welcomed and encouraged, and I would be happy to show you around our great school along with the kids and staff.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.9 | - | 15.6 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 107 | 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 | 104 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 103 | 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 | 61% | 61.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 6.28% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 1 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 100 | 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 | 67% 2 | 64.47% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 2 | 9.06% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 107 1 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 103 | 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 | 69% 5 | 67.78% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% 15 | 9.47% | 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 | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.6 | 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 | 106 | 102 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 102 | 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 | 74% | 64.57% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.84% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | Above 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 | 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 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd 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 Dunston Hill Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
