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Michael Faraday School
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Michael Faraday School
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- Southwark SE17 2HR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Access to services by young children and families | Outstanding |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Outcomes for learners | Good |
| Early Years | Good |
| Quality of curriculum | Good |
| Pupils鈥� welfare, health and safety | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for students | Good |
| Effectiveness of the early years | Good |
| The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision | Good |
| How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend | Good |
| The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Foundational Skills: Strategies include focused sessions to develop vocabulary and a variety of books to stimulate reading interest.
Success of the Curriculum: High-quality examples of pupils' work and their engagement in activities show a successful curriculum.
Foundational Skills: Leaders promote a love of reading; structured phonics and rich vocabulary across subjects are focal points.
Success of the Curriculum: The school developed an ambitious curriculum reflecting diversity; pupils achieve positive outcomes.
Areas Needing Improvement: More work is needed to develop the vocabulary of disadvantaged pupils to close the gap with peers.
Areas Needing Improvement: Recently made changes mean some subjects lack full pupil knowledge development.
Support for Falling Behind: Focused sessions and a variety of books are provided to help pupils improve their reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are courteous, polite, and work well together, contributing positively to their learning environment.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve positive outcomes in both reading and math.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff quickly identify and support struggling readers to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well-mannered, respectful, and show positive learning attitudes.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Introduced strategies have improved confidence and expression in reading among disadvantaged pupils.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school ensures that all pupils are valued and supported, contributing to their well-being and confidence.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are accurately identified and supported, studying same subjects as peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying are rare, but if they occur, pupils know they will be dealt with quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are detailed and staff follow up on concerns swiftly, ensuring pupil safety.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is uncommon; any incidents are swiftly addressed.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong focus on pupil safety; positive relationships with staff ensure trust.
Parent Feedback: Parents agree that their children are inspired daily and appreciate the breadth of the curriculum.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents through various forms of engagement that enhance the community and school activities.
Parent Feedback: Parents describe the school as a happy place with caring people.
Parental Involvement: Strong working relationships with parents help ensure regular attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a range of extracurricular activities including performing arts and music.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor spaces are utilized well for both educational activities and performances.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range includes brass band, knitting, and sports events.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are passionate and encourage pupils to take on challenges, leading to enthusiastic learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective vocabulary and reading strategies are helping pupils make strong progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teacher planning and the high standard of work produced by pupils reflect strong teaching quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some pupils still find certain words challenging; continued focus on vocabulary is needed.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils generally develop well across subjects; some gaps due to recent curriculum changes.
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Michael Faraday School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 429 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 59% 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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All of our kids will receive top-notch education, and we want them to appreciate and cherish school.
We hope that our website will offer you a taste of the many different activities that our kids participate in while they are here with us.
Beginning school is a critical moment for both kids and parents.
In the centre of Walworth, SE17, on the Aylesbury Estate is the primary school known as Michael Faraday.
It is a mixed-gender school with about 420 students, ages 3 to 11.
The institution is named for local resident and well-known chemist and physicist Michael Faraday.
From infancy to Year 6, each year group has two courses.
Our staff is well-trained and experienced, and they work efficiently to satisfy the needs of our students.
All full-time students have a 3:15 pm dismissal from class.
We instil in the students a sense of pride in both themselves and their institution.
The school strives to instil in the students a sense of social responsibility and respect for others in addition to academic success.
Our goal is to inspire every child to perform at their very best in all facets of school life.
The faculty and staff at Michael Faraday School value the diversity of our students' origins, countries of origin, races, and religions, as well as the fact that some of them speak languages other than English.
Everyone is urged to uphold and cherish the rights of others.
At this school, any form of racial harassment is prohibited, including the use of racial epithets.
No child or group of children should ever feel excluded from or inferior to other students.
In order for them to grow and realise their full potential, we want all students at this school to have equal chances in their academics, extracurricular activities, and interpersonal interactions.
Visit us during one of our Open Mornings for potential parents to learn more about our school. Please get in touch with the school office or check the website for the upcoming date.
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We hope that our website will offer you a taste of the many different activities that our kids participate in while they are here with us.
Beginning school is a critical moment for both kids and parents.
In the centre of Walworth, SE17, on the Aylesbury Estate is the primary school known as Michael Faraday.
It is a mixed-gender school with about 420 students, ages 3 to 11.
The institution is named for local resident and well-known chemist and physicist Michael Faraday.
From infancy to Year 6, each year group has two courses.
Our staff is well-trained and experienced, and they work efficiently to satisfy the needs of our students.
All full-time students have a 3:15 pm dismissal from class.
We instil in the students a sense of pride in both themselves and their institution.
The school strives to instil in the students a sense of social responsibility and respect for others in addition to academic success.
Our goal is to inspire every child to perform at their very best in all facets of school life.
The faculty and staff at Michael Faraday School value the diversity of our students' origins, countries of origin, races, and religions, as well as the fact that some of them speak languages other than English.
Everyone is urged to uphold and cherish the rights of others.
At this school, any form of racial harassment is prohibited, including the use of racial epithets.
No child or group of children should ever feel excluded from or inferior to other students.
In order for them to grow and realise their full potential, we want all students at this school to have equal chances in their academics, extracurricular activities, and interpersonal interactions.
Visit us during one of our Open Mornings for potential parents to learn more about our school. Please get in touch with the school office or check the website for the upcoming date.
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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 |
A+
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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 | 18.9 | - | 18.9 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 104 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 59% | 63.1% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 10.91% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 2 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 4 | 93 | 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 | 77% 21 | 61.67% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 10 | 10.92% | 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 | 4.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 3.8 | Above 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 1 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 95 | 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% 16 | 61.08% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 5 | 10.16% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | Above 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 | 106 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 92 | 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 | 72% | 56.61% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 7.8% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.5 | Above Average |
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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 | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Michael Faraday School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
