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Hugh Joicey Church of England First School, Ford
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Hugh Joicey Church of England First School, Ford
- Primary
- Ford TD15 2QA
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Effective use of assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics ensures pupils' progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy a broad curriculum enriched by visitors, outdoor learning, and clubs.
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessments in foundation subjects like history and geography need refinement.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support programs quickly help pupils catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, feel safe, and are happy.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND make strong progress due to targeted support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils understand bullying and feel confident that issues will be resolved by trusted adults.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High-quality pastoral care ensures pupils feel safe and valued.
Parent Feedback: Parents are extremely positive; they feel pupils are cherished and valued.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils speak positively about the many clubs and sporting competitions.
Teacher Engagement: High-quality focused training supports teachers' continued development.
Impact on Student Progress: Strong progress in mathematics and reading due to effective teaching.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular pupil progress meetings hold teachers accountable for students鈥� progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasional lack of challenge for lower-attaining pupils in writing.
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Hugh Joicey Church of England First School, Ford is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Northumberland County, North East.
It has 46 students from age 4-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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to support kids in developing to their best potential as lifelong learners. to develop into dependable, considerate members of the church, the school, and the larger community. to respect parents as their children's primary teachers and to welcome parents as collaborators in our school community. to ensure that everyone has an equal chance to succeed, despite individual differences. Every youngster is special in our eyes. Every student receives a Christian education at our Church of England school, which includes chances for group and community worship. In line with Church of England doctrine and practise, we strive to uphold and strengthen the school's Christian character. We think that through offering a top-notch education within a Christian framework, the school should assist its neighbourhood. We develop and encourage opportunities for students and adults to get together for group worship in our school. We promote Christian principles through the experience and environment the school provides to all of its students, and through the school we cultivate an understanding of the significance and meaning of faith. Our actions, thoughts, and words will all demonstrate the ideals we hold dear. We strive to provide compassion, equality of opportunity for all, respect, tolerance, friendship, and forgiveness. We are aware that relationships with others and with God are built on trust. We understand that we can reach our full potential through tenacity and self-worth.
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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-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-9 | 3-11 | 2-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.9 | 25.8 | 14.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 - 1st Sep 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
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hugh Joicey Church of England First School, Ford
Local authority ratio 16 : 1