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Mowden Infant School
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Mowden Infant School
- Primary
- Darlington DL3 9QG
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make good progress in reading and writing, but progress in mathematics slows in Year 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Progress is good and often outstanding in reading and writing; curriculum ensures pupils are enthusiastic learners.
Areas Needing Improvement: Progress in mathematics, particularly in Year 1 needs to be improved.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading attainment at the end of Year 2 is significantly above average, but mathematics slows in Year 1.
Support for Falling Behind: Interventions are put in place and monitored; support for disabled pupils and those with special educational needs is excellent.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Excellent behaviour and attitudes to work; pupils are eager to learn and feel very safe.
Support for SEND Pupils: Excellent levels of care and support tailored to their needs, ensuring good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: High levels of vigilance by staff; pupils say bullying is rare and quickly addressed.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff ensure pupils feel very safe and secure with excellent relationships.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers are very positive about the school; high praise for teaching and care.
Teacher Engagement: Good overall teaching with some outstanding practices. Staff highly value professional development opportunities provided by the federation.
Impact on Student Progress: Good teaching results in pupils making good progress across most subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Rigorous performance management and detailed feedback improve teaching quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some lessons, teaching varies from outstanding to satisfactory, affecting pupil progress.
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Mowden Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 180 students from age 5-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In June 2012, the Mowden Infant School and Mowden Junior School's Federation of Mowden Schools changed its legal status to an academy trust.
We regard the Infant and Junior schools to be one school, with one headteacher, governing board, and staff members working closely together to produce the greatest outcomes for the students, despite the fact that they are both located in distinct buildings on the same sizable site.
The school is located in the west part of Darlington on a sizable property in the middle of a private housing complex.
We provide care for more than 500 kids ranging in age from 4 to 11 years old.
The Infant School was the first building constructed on the site and inaugurated as Mowden County Primary School on Friday, December 18, 1970, at 2:30 p.m.
The extra space blends seamlessly with the aesthetic of both institutions.
With a big field connecting the two schools and lots of playground space for kids to run around and burn off energy, the outdoor area is great for learning and playing for kids.
Please schedule a visit with Mrs. Cockrill, the office manager at the school, if you would like to see our Federation, if you have any questions, or if you need a hard copy of the material.
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We regard the Infant and Junior schools to be one school, with one headteacher, governing board, and staff members working closely together to produce the greatest outcomes for the students, despite the fact that they are both located in distinct buildings on the same sizable site.
The school is located in the west part of Darlington on a sizable property in the middle of a private housing complex.
We provide care for more than 500 kids ranging in age from 4 to 11 years old.
The Infant School was the first building constructed on the site and inaugurated as Mowden County Primary School on Friday, December 18, 1970, at 2:30 p.m.
The extra space blends seamlessly with the aesthetic of both institutions.
With a big field connecting the two schools and lots of playground space for kids to run around and burn off energy, the outdoor area is great for learning and playing for kids.
Please schedule a visit with Mrs. Cockrill, the office manager at the school, if you would like to see our Federation, if you have any questions, or if you need a hard copy of the material.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
D-
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C+
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-7 | 7-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.8 | 22.2 | 22.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 106 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | 104 |
| 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 - 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 - 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Mowden Infant School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
