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Evington Valley Primary School
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Evington Valley Primary School
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- Blaby District LE5 5LL
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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: Teaching of phonics is regular and systematic, contributing to good progress in literacy.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress from low starting points, reaching at least average standards in core subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Opportunities for independent learning and greater fluency in spoken language need enhancement.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment is broadly average in mathematics and reading, with rising standards.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional help is effective in meeting varied needs, ensuring rapid progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Good behaviour and positive attitudes to learning are central to the school's success.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs make good progress due to well-focused support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say there is no bullying and feel safe, knowing adults will listen to their concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Adults ensure pupils' safety, and the school maintains clear behavior guidelines.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the practical guidance provided on helping their children's learning.
Parental Involvement: The presence of bilingual staff promotes engagement of non-English speaking parents.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have high expectations and move pupils' learning forward effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching has been key in improving students' achievement, particularly in literacy.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The quality of teaching is checked regularly, leading to appropriate training.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers sometimes do not adapt planning quickly enough for greater challenge.
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Evington Valley Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 362 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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 the webpage for Evington Valley Primary School.
This website is intended for potential parents and their children who might be interested in learning more about us, as well as for parents, students, staff, governors, and friends of the school.
We are quite happy with our education.
Each child's individuality is valued at Evington Valley, where they are encouraged to study in a rich, exciting, and caring atmosphere while utilising a suitable, broad, and demanding curriculum for all children.
Evington Valley uses interactive learning and motivated teaching to create a productive learning partnership between faculty, students, parents, and the community.
Evington Valley is a welcoming and successful multi-cultural primary school that serves students ages three to eleven.
The most recent Ofsted inspection of the school took place in December 2012, and the results were Good.
Adults successfully foster a safe and encouraging learning environment that fosters students' self-confidence and good behaviour both inside and outside of the classroom.
Inspectors stated that the school has room for improvement, and the administration believes that the staff and governors will eventually reach an Outstanding rating.
For a report on the school's performance at the end of EYFS, KS1 and KS2, please click the School Performance option in the menu.
Parents and carers are welcome to speak with the class teacher, the headteacher, or the attendance and welfare officer (on Monday and Tuesday) to discuss any issues affecting their children. Parents and carers are encouraged to support their children's learning.
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This website is intended for potential parents and their children who might be interested in learning more about us, as well as for parents, students, staff, governors, and friends of the school.
We are quite happy with our education.
Each child's individuality is valued at Evington Valley, where they are encouraged to study in a rich, exciting, and caring atmosphere while utilising a suitable, broad, and demanding curriculum for all children.
Evington Valley uses interactive learning and motivated teaching to create a productive learning partnership between faculty, students, parents, and the community.
Evington Valley is a welcoming and successful multi-cultural primary school that serves students ages three to eleven.
The most recent Ofsted inspection of the school took place in December 2012, and the results were Good.
Adults successfully foster a safe and encouraging learning environment that fosters students' self-confidence and good behaviour both inside and outside of the classroom.
Inspectors stated that the school has room for improvement, and the administration believes that the staff and governors will eventually reach an Outstanding rating.
For a report on the school's performance at the end of EYFS, KS1 and KS2, please click the School Performance option in the menu.
Parents and carers are welcome to speak with the class teacher, the headteacher, or the attendance and welfare officer (on Monday and Tuesday) to discuss any issues affecting their children. Parents and carers are encouraged to support their children's learning.
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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 |
A+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.5 | 25.8 | 21.7 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 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 | 106 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 62% | 53.17% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% | 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 | -1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | 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 | 107 2 | 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 | 67% | 58.55% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 6 | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.4 | 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 | 105 1 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 4 | 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 | 67% 22 | 56.89% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 3 | 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 | 1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | 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 | 104 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 45% | 50.53% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | Average |
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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 Evington Valley Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1