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Farne Primary School
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Farne Primary School
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- Woolsington NE5 4AP
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teaching of phonics in early years and Year 1 is effective, reflected in high standards
Success of the Curriculum: Teaching has improved across the school with effective staff training and a focus on reading and mathematics
Foundational Skills: Strong culture of reading; younger pupils' books matched to phonics they know.
Success of the Curriculum: Exciting and ambitious curriculum; excellent pupil behavior and keen attitudes.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some work needs to be done to raise the profile of reading across the school
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure pupils learn and remember curriculum consistently in all subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In 2018, results were generally in line with national averages at the end of key stage 2; achievement in 2019 is likely to exceed 2018
Support for Falling Behind: 'Keep up, catch up' programme identifies and supports pupils quickly
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are proud of their school, and understand how to stay safe online
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in mathematics and reading, enjoying varied apparatus and problem-solving.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick identification and support for pupils behind in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Excellent behavior and respect; pupils empowered and resilient.
Support for SEND Pupils: New special educational needs coordinator has improved provision, closely monitoring pupils with teaching assistant support
Support for SEND Pupils: Carefully planned learning to suit the needs of SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is dealt with promptly and effectively, and safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Parents and pupils feel safe and well-looked after; many praise the caring approach of the staff
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements; open culture prioritizing pupil interests.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong relationships with families for regular on-time attendance.
Parent Feedback: Parents are highly supportive with positive feedback, feeling the school offers a safe and caring environment
Parental Involvement: Parents are becoming increasingly involved in their children's education with weekly homework and a computer app for sharing achievements
Parent Feedback: Warm welcome from leaders and staff; strong relationships with families.
Extracurricular Activities: School offers a wide range of clubs and visits outside of school
Outdoor Facilities: Quality of outdoor provision in early years is gauged positively
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs including yoga and art enjoyed by pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and have respect for leadership qualities, with opportunities for training and improvement
Impact on Student Progress: Improved teaching has resulted in better attainment in reading and mathematics
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders monitor teaching, moderate work, and ensure effective feedback
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and their workload is considered; part of a supportive team.
Impact on Student Progress: Strong shared understanding among teachers on curriculum building.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Work needs to be done to continue challenging the most able students and to create a reading culture
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About Us
Farne Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 236 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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A-
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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 | 20.6 | 20.2 | 13.9 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 105 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 101 |
| 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 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 101 | 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 | 69% | 58.3% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.79% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 109 6 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 3 | 99 | 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 | 84% 14 | 59.68% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 8 | 9.93% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.1 | 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 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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% | 62.73% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 7.75% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 Farne Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
