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Galton Valley Primary School
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Galton Valley Primary School
- Primary
- Sandwell B66 1BA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading sits at the heart of the curriculum; phonics teaching is well-organized
Success of the Curriculum: Academic standards are usually above average, success in many subjects including mathematics, reading, and art
Areas Needing Improvement: Progression in RE, PE, and history needs improvement; clearer guidance for early years and SEND provision required
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most pupils reach the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics by the end of Year 6
Support for Falling Behind: Excellent communication with parents assists a smooth start to school
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils understand expectations, behaviour is managed well; bullying hardly happens
Support for SEND Pupils: Resource base for SEND pupils has inconsistent expectations; clear guidance needed
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying hardly ever happens because it is unacceptable; staff act quickly on concerns
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Thorough systems in place; pupils taught responsible behaviour and sensible choices
Parent Feedback: Parents express high satisfaction levels with the school
Parental Involvement: Strong community links and excellent communication with parents
Extracurricular Activities: Extracurricular activities like cookery, gardening, archaeology; school choir performs regularly
Outdoor Facilities: Plenty of exercise in PE; however, progression and team sports need improvement
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' plans ensure good-quality work in art, storytelling focus in reading
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leadership of reading is informed; ongoing improvement in other subjects
Teacher Engagement: Some adults make the most of every opportunity to speak and model positive behaviors; support needed for new leaders
Teaching Staff Challenges: Different expectations among adults in early years and SEND resource-base provision
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About Us
Galton Valley Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 461 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 77% 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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Galton Valley Primary seeks to enhance each child's strengths and support them as they work toward achieving their full potential in all areas of the curriculum.
Every one of our kids is appreciated for their unique abilities and needs.
Our guiding principle is to model a loving educational environment where children can develop independence, a love of learning, and a sense of responsibility.
A flexible, enjoyable, relevant, and engaging curriculum that encourages student participation.
As important collaborators in their children's education, parents are invited to visit the school every term to discuss their child's development.
We also invite parents to participate in our "Reading Volunteer" programme, aid staff with a variety of tasks, or simply support us when we go on educational visits.
Relationships between staff, kids, and parents that are pleasant and informed require the participation of parents and the local community.
Children learn to respect others and that they have duties and vital tasks within the community that they may one day take on for themselves with the assistance of their parents and the larger community.
Parents' dedication to the school is widely valued by the faculty and students.
We are dedicated to collaborating with parents to build a community that is empowered and devoted to each child's success.
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Every one of our kids is appreciated for their unique abilities and needs.
Our guiding principle is to model a loving educational environment where children can develop independence, a love of learning, and a sense of responsibility.
A flexible, enjoyable, relevant, and engaging curriculum that encourages student participation.
As important collaborators in their children's education, parents are invited to visit the school every term to discuss their child's development.
We also invite parents to participate in our "Reading Volunteer" programme, aid staff with a variety of tasks, or simply support us when we go on educational visits.
Relationships between staff, kids, and parents that are pleasant and informed require the participation of parents and the local community.
Children learn to respect others and that they have duties and vital tasks within the community that they may one day take on for themselves with the assistance of their parents and the larger community.
Parents' dedication to the school is widely valued by the faculty and students.
We are dedicated to collaborating with parents to build a community that is empowered and devoted to each child's success.
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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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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 | 22.4 | 25.8 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 104 |
| 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 | 108 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 99 | 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 | 77% | 53.75% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 5.99% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | 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 | 106 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 97 | 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 | 61% 16 | 61.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 10 | 9.34% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | 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 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 77% 3 | 60.99% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 4 | 7.85% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.7 | 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 | 108 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 99 | 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 | 80% | 57.92% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 6.67% | 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 | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5.2 | Well 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 | 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 | 22nd 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 - 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 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Galton Valley Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1