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Messingham Primary School
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Messingham Primary School
- Primary
- Messingham DN17 3TN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers plan lessons to engage pupils in reading, maths, and other subjects, supporting next steps effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils' attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics is often better than the national average, reflecting a successful curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some pupils make slower progress after Reception; improving accuracy in teacher assessments is needed.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics at the end of Year 2 compares favourably to national averages.
Support for Falling Behind: Clear plans and systems are in place for SEN pupils, supported by teaching assistants and targeted activities.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display good attitudes to learning and are happy and confident discussing their work.
Support for SEND Pupils: Good support in class and small focused activities; more work needed to ensure all pupils make best progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding measures in place; pupils feel safe and supported, with clear anti-bullying policies.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders regularly review policies, ensuring strong understanding and checking of safeguarding arrangements.
Parent Feedback: Parents are generally positive about the school; however, communication improvements are ongoing.
Parental Involvement: Regular parent council meetings and questionnaires involve parents in school activities and decisions.
Extracurricular Activities: Opportunities include 'Welly Week' and local authority reading projects, enhancing engagement and ambition.
Outdoor Facilities: Well-utilized outdoor learning activities help students develop practical skills and enjoyment in learning.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers consistently use most approaches and systems successfully across the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved direction in teaching helps pupils develop mastery skills, leading to high productivity and progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Ongoing improvement in consistent use and effectiveness of teaching approaches across the school.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Most teachers are new to their year groups, requiring continued guidance to ensure accurate assessments.
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About Us
Messingham Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 268 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1.
At this school, 68% 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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Welcome to Messingham Primary School, where a wonderful staff works tirelessly to create a terrific learning environment. We all strive to promote a value for education and lifelong learning among students, faculty, parents, governors, and the larger community. Our values, or the qualities we believe are significant to us and that we need to keep in mind while we work to realise our vision, run parallel to it. Everyone has the right to feel comfortable, joyful, and safe. We are trustworthy and respect everyone. We are a school that respects the family and takes great pride in being a part of the neighbourhood.
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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 |
C+
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 5-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 26.9 | - | 21.7 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 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 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 98 | 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 | 68% | 58.16% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 8.02% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above 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 | 107 6 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 4 | 100 | 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 | 84% 28 | 64.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% 12 | 9.85% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 101 4 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 3 | 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 | 56% 8 | 62.77% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 2 | 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 | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.3 | 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 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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 | 64% | 57.58% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.81% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
26 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Messingham Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1