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Glenfall Community Primary School
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Glenfall Community Primary School
- Primary
- Charlton Kings GL52 6XZ
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| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Changes in mathematics teaching, particularly successful in key stage 2; practice expanded to other subjects
Success of the Curriculum: Progress in reading, writing, and mathematics was in the top 25% nationally for end of key stage tests in 2017
Areas Needing Improvement: Need more extensive writing opportunities and consistent marking policy implementation
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in reading, writing, and mathematics is in the top 25% nationally
Support for Falling Behind: Invested in practical equipment and purposeful questioning to assist those struggling in mathematics
Behaviour and Attitudes: School maintains a supportive and inclusive environment, with a focus on students' wellbeing
Support for SEND Pupils: Special educational needs coordinator effectively supports pupils with EHC plans; progress is good
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: All safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose, and a culture of safety is encouraged
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are trained to keep pupils safe from abuse and exploitation; older pupils aware of social media dangers
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the education their children receive, appreciating the school's care for wellbeing
Parental Involvement: Parents and grandparents actively participate in reading activities, broadening pupils' awareness of materials
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have received training to make their subject knowledge more secure in writing and phonics
Impact on Student Progress: Effective questioning in mathematics teaching leads to better problem-solving skills
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Quality of work in pupils鈥� exercise books and lesson visits indicate good teaching practices
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistency in applying the marking policy has been noted, requiring closer monitoring
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Glenfall Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 209 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 66% 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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On Cheltenham's Charlton Kings side, Glenfall School has a view of the Cotswold Mountains. Glenfall provides excellent early childhood and junior education, as well as a preschool, breakfast programmes, and after-school activities. Children aged four to eleven are served by the local authority's Glenfall Community Primary School. The school's highly dedicated team works hard to bring out the best in each student because they believe in educating the "whole" child. High academic standards go hand in hand with overall achievement in and enjoyment of a wide range of activities, including technology, the arts, music, and sport. All children are welcomed at Glenfall, where they also feel safe and cherished, and where parents are actively involved. The school's culture calls for high standards of conduct and encourages students to develop self-control and empathy for the needs of others. Glenfall offers a comprehensive educational programme and a stimulating environment. It is located in lovely grounds and has a first-rate pre-school group, breakfast, and an after-school care club. Before moving on to one of the several local secondary schools, kids reach their full potential.
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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 |
C+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | 25.8 | 21.5 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 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 | 106 | 97 | 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 | 66% | 55.44% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 6.86% | 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 | - |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 95 | 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% 6 | 60.51% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 10.66% | 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 | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | 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 | 106 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 95 | 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 | 71% 16 | 59% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 23 | 9.75% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 94 | 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 | 87% | 56.63% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 33% | 9.31% | 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 | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.1 | Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Glenfall Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
