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Gonville Academy
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- Croydon CR7 6DL
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Access to services by young children and families | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Outcomes for learners | Good |
| How well children and young people are protected in the boarding provision | Good |
| Impact and effectiveness of leaders and managers in the boarding provision | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Foundational Skills: Staff training in phonics and reading comprehension is improving students' reading fluency.
Success of the Curriculum: Standards are high in Year 6, Year 4, and Year 2; the curriculum is well-structured and consistent.
Areas Needing Improvement: More opportunities needed for most able pupils to write at length and consistent progress in reading initiatives.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in reading and maths shows improvement; more opportunities for problem-solving in maths.
Support for Falling Behind: Targeted teaching and additional support for those below standards have shown good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are courteous, proud and articulate about their learning. Behaviour and attitudes are positive.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusion leader involved in safeguarding; all pupils, including SEND, feel safe and supported.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe; staff trained in safeguarding; robust safer recruitment practices.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding measures are effective and well-documented; school environment is supportive.
Parent Feedback: Parents' feedback is overwhelmingly positive, praising the happiness and safety of their children.
Parental Involvement: School seeks advice from the academy trust and engages parents in surveys.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are growing through consistent approaches and subject knowledge training.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved subject knowledge among teachers positively impacts student progress in phonics and mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Current assessments are robust; structured phonics and reading strategies are effective.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff changes have been significant, but effective support is ensuring quality education.
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About Us
Gonville Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 446 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 81% 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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We take great pride in the education we provide for our kids at Gonville, a STEP Academy Trust institution. We firmly think that one of the most priceless gifts a youngster can receive is a top-notch education. Every action we take is motivated by the conviction that every minute a kid spends in school must be spent wisely since wasted time cannot be recovered. The purpose of all of our structures and procedures is to maximise the amount of learning that can occur while our kids are in school.
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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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A+
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 7-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Boys | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.8 | 35.7 | 27.5 |
| Proficient Math | 111 | 109 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 111 | 107 | 103 |
| 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 | 111 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 81% | 59.94% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 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 | 5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 5.3 | Well 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 | 109 3 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 3 | 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 | 83% 17 | 60.62% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% 12 | 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 | 6.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 5.7 | Well 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 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 4 | 90 | 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 | 66% 15 | 60.58% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 10.45% | 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 | 3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.4 | 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 | 104 | 87 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 86 | 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 | 51% | 55.6% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.4% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | Above Average |
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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 Gonville Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1