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Henry Fawcett Primary School
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Henry Fawcett Primary School
- Primary
- Lambeth SE11 5BZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: School systematically teaches reading, and provides extra sessions for pupils who need support to improve fluency and confidence.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad, balanced, and prioritizes all subjects equally; improvements in subject content knowledge noted.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some areas of the curriculum need more ordered sequencing of knowledge and skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are systematically taught to read and love reading; math curriculum includes key vocabulary.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra sessions for reading fluency; personalized curriculums for SEND pupils enable access to mainstream curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils work hard, follow instructions, respect one another, and behavior is managed effectively by staff.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils quickly identified and supported, including personalized curriculums and specialist support where needed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective; pupils feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils鈥� mental and physical health are prioritized; personal development curriculum includes topics like healthy eating.
Parent Feedback: Governance gathers views of parents regularly, and tailors support to them effectively.
Parental Involvement: Strong professional relationships with parents help reduce persistent absences and improve attendance rates.
Extracurricular Activities: Many pupils participate in clubs like karate, roller-skating, boxing, and chess.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive useful and quality professional development; staff workload and wellbeing are considered.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching ensures pupils learn terminology and concepts, though some areas need better sequencing.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching explains new ideas plainly and checks understanding; areas needing improvement are being refined.
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Henry Fawcett Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 218 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 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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I'd like to extend a warm greeting to you on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors at Henry Fawcett Primary School and Children's Center. Our core principles are based on the conviction that every child should have the very best start in life, be exposed to exceptional educational possibilities, and develop a hunger for lifelong learning. Yes We Can is our catchphrase and the inspiration behind all we do. Our desire to excel, excite minds, surpass standards, and give education for an exciting future in a world that is changing quickly is unwavering. We appreciate each kid as an individual and take pleasure in our diverse community. We also work closely with parents and families. Our goal is to provide an inspirational school that produces good citizens in a setting that fosters self-assurance, academic excellence, physical health, and emotional wellbeing. We firmly think that a child's education is a partnership between their family, the school, and them. The school welcomes visitors. Do not hesitate to get in touch with us if you would like additional details about the school or to schedule a visit. Best regards, the head teacher, Mrs. Dawn Persad.
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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 |
B+
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.8 | - | 23.9 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 100 | 107 | 105 |
| 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 | 99 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 100 | 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% | 61.94% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 9.19% | 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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | 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 | 100 1 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 1 | 98 | 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 | 30% 5 | 67.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 12.66% | 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 | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -4.4 | Well 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 | 99 3 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 100 5 | 96 | 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 | 35% 35 | 63.98% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 3 | 10.75% | 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 | -5.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -4.2 | 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 | 102 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 95 | 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% | 62.19% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.09% | 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 | 3.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | Below Average |
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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 | 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 - 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Henry Fawcett Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1