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Norton Free Church of England Primary School
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Norton Free Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Sheffield S8 8JS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a priority, with a structured phonics program and additional support for pupils falling behind.
Success of the Curriculum: The ambitious curriculum meets all pupils' needs, and the majority is well embedded.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need improved development and sequencing of important knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers make regular checks on pupils鈥� understanding in lessons.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional phonics teaching ensures pupils do not fall behind their peers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, courteous, and create a positive environment with calm and orderly behaviour.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND achieve well with adapted curriculum and smaller steps to develop fluency and confidence.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is extremely rare; pupils can talk to staff about any worries. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Support for emotional health and well-being is a strength, with skilled and dedicated staff.
Parent Feedback: There are excellent relationships between staff, pupils, and families.
Parental Involvement: Strong relationships create 鈥楴orton magic鈥� that promotes success for all.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of experiences, such as learning animation skills in film club.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers build logically on skills and knowledge from early years.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on pupils' understanding, but not always consistent across subjects.
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About Us
Norton Free Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 215 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 31 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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 the webpage for Norton Free C of E Primary School. This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school. Our bustling, welcoming school is something we are quite proud of, and we work hard to provide a safe, welcoming, caring atmosphere where everyone is appreciated and respected. We try to nurture our children's spirituality via an awareness of Christianity as well as other religions. Our Christian ethos and principles are vital to the life of the school. We are dedicated to giving our kids a learning environment that gives them the tools and training they need for the 21st century. Every student in our school should enjoy their education and feel proud of their accomplishments, therefore we periodically recognise these students at assemblies and on the school website. We place a high priority on our relationships with parents and carers and understand the necessity of strong alliances. Parents and carers are more than welcome to assist students or talk about any concerns they may have about their development. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 31.2 | 25.8 | 23 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 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 | 109 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 61% | 53.62% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.77% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 3.9 | 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 | 109 7 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 4 | 98 | 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 | 79% 32 | 60.61% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% 18 | 8.51% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.6 | 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 | 102 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 47% 22 | 56.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.42% | 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 | -3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.1 | 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 | 102 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 96 | 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 | 69% | 55.3% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.58% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | Below 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 | 31st Mar 2025 - 11th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th 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 - 30th Mar 2025 |
| Summer Term | 12th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
31 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Norton Free Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1