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Horndale Infants' School
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Horndale Infants' School
- Primary
- Great Aycliffe DL5 7HB
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: The new system to teach phonics is well embedded; lessons are systematic and daily, helping pupils become fluent readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Learning is broken into smaller units, helping pupils remember more and do more over time.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects like history and physical education, curriculum planning is not as well developed. Key ideas that link learning are absent.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers use daily checks to find out which pupils may be falling behind, offering extra help when needed.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra help is given to pupils who may be falling behind; teachers make changes and adapt lessons.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils work hard in lessons, try their best, and enjoy learning. Behaviour is generally good with minimal incidents.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers quickly spot pupils who struggle and ensure specific help is provided so that they learn the same curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare and any issues are quickly dealt with by teachers. Pupils know how to stay safe online.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils' wider development is effectively supported with themed assemblies and activities promoting physical health and emotional well-being.
Parent Feedback: Pupils are proud of the school, and the competition for the best attendance trophy each week is fierce.
Outdoor Facilities: Children explore a range of activities inside and outside that extend learning well, showing curiosity and excitement.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers expect pupils to work hard and behave well, fostering a culture of positivity and determination.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers and teaching assistants complete regular checks to make sure pupils understand new concepts.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Reading remains a priority for leaders, with regular staff training and investments boosting pupils' enthusiasm.
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Horndale Infants' School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 79 students from age 3-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 |
D-
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B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.8 | 25.8 | 25.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 102 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 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 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Horndale Infants' School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1