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Gilbert Scott Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
Gilbert Scott Primary School
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Gilbert Scott Primary School
- Primary
- Croydon CR2 8HD
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| 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 foundational skills like reading, maths, and phonics starts as soon as children begin school with a consistent approach across staff.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad and ambitious, effectively helping pupils to acquire and remember knowledge in most subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need further refinement in curriculum planning to help teachers support pupils in recalling and remembering content better.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra practice and targeted support are provided for pupils who need it, ensuring they do not fall behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils generally behave well, responding to the newly implemented behavioural expectations, making classrooms calm and purposeful.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading and mathematics are effectively covered, but leadership improvements have yet to reflect in national assessments.
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision for pupils with SEND is planned thoroughly, ensuring their needs are identified quickly and supported effectively.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and pupils trust that adults will handle any issues swiftly to ensure their safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is a high priority with robust reporting systems in place, ensuring pupil welfare and safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views are valued and used by Ofsted to inform inspections.
Parental Involvement: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View and participate in school activities.
Extracurricular Activities: A range of extracurricular clubs and educational outings are available, including trips to museums and theatres.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel well supported and are proud members of the school. Leaders consider their workload and well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers regularly check pupils' prior learning, addressing gaps and misconceptions effectively in many subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, teaching does not always effectively build on what pupils already know due to gaps in curriculum planning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular opportunities for recall and recap are provided, although this approach needs consistency in some subjects.
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About Us
Gilbert Scott Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 217 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 38% 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 |
A-
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C+
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.6 | 17.2 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 104 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 105 | 108 |
| 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 | 100 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 38% | 59.94% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.88% | 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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3 | Below 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 | 101 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 50% | 60.62% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 11.11% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | Below 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.
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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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Gilbert Scott Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1