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Gunthorpe CofE Primary School
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Gunthorpe CofE Primary School
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- Gunthorpe NG14 7EW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is at the heart of the curriculum, with phonics taught well from Reception and extra help for pupils at risk of falling behind.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have put in place a curriculum that meets pupils' thirst for knowledge, building skills and knowledge step by step.
Areas Needing Improvement: Subjects like French, music, and design technology need clearer learning objectives and better assessment.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils build up knowledge and skills, especially in subjects like mathematics and science, achieving well.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra teaching is given to pupils at risk of falling behind, particularly in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are kind, willing to learn, and arguments or bullying are rare. Adults sort out disagreements quickly.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of pupils with SEND, but leaders need to check on the effectiveness of this support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and staff are quick to address any disagreements. Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff work closely with families and other agencies to ensure the right support, focusing on pupil well-being.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school, noting above-and-beyond support during lockdowns.
Parental Involvement: The school is very accessible and supportive, showing genuine interest in pupils' achievements.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers feel valued, enjoy working at the school, and are focused on student progress.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use clear plans to build on previous learning, making adjustments as needed to ensure success.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers regularly check pupil progress to give extra help and adjust curriculum plans.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In subjects like French, music, and design technology, clearer learning targets and assessments are needed.
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About Us
Gunthorpe CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 87 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 87% 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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It gives me great pleasure to formally welcome you to our website. Gunthorpe CofE Primary School is a small village school that prides itself on academic excellence and working together to build a close whole school community that is based on strong Christian values of Service, Determination, Friendship, Forgiveness and Respect. I hope as you explore our website further you will be able to get a feel for what life is like at Gunthorpe and any information you might require. You can get regular updates on "in-the-moment" learning by following us on Twitter at @gunthorpecofeps. If you would like a tour, please call and schedule a time with the school office. I would be delighted to show you around. Despite only having begun in September, I can already speak well of the school as a place where everyone is well-known and has a place. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 4-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.5 | 18.7 | 13.9 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 105 | - |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 107 | - |
| 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 87% | 57.92% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.55% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | - | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 62.18% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 69% | 61.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.66% | 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 | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | Average |
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 - 1st Nov 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Gunthorpe CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
