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Gosforth Junior High Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Gosforth Junior High Academy
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Gosforth Junior High Academy
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 1EE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: The school has high ambitions and expectations of all pupils, who achieve well academically.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exceptionally good, resulting in a calm and purposeful learning environment.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use strong subject knowledge to plan activities that help pupils learn the intended knowledge.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers use concise information to support pupils with SEND effectively.
Current Educational Practices: The school has been developing its approach to assessment, but it is not yet consistent across the school.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give their opinions on Ofsted Parent View and are provided information about school events.
Communication: The school communicates well with parents through various platforms about their child's progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Responses from Ofsted Parent View show that parents are satisfied with the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders listen to concerns seriously and create an open and positive culture.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have designed a curriculum to enhance personal development and living skills in modern Britain.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Pupils feel safe and listened to.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Equality and respect are central, providing a welcoming environment.
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of activities like choir, debate, and chess clubs are available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities strengthen personal development and confidence while complementing learning.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils visit local sites such as nature reserves and churches.
Career Counselling Services: The school meets requirements for providing technical education qualification information to pupils.
Preparation for Sixth Form: School prepares pupils well for their next steps in learning.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Quick identification and precise support help pupils with SEND to achieve well.
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About Us
Gosforth Junior High Academy is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 738 students from age 9-13 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 9-13 | 5-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 7.7 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 92 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 93 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 3% |
| 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 | 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 | 67% | 58.3% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 105 1 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 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 | 67% 5 | 59.68% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | Below 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 1 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 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 | 72% 2 | 62.73% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% 1 | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | Below 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 | 105 | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 88 | 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 | 70% | 48.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 6.3% | 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 | 0.0 | Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Gosforth Junior High Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1