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Ocean Academy Poole
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- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole BH14 0PZ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers have high expectations and have established good routines. Pupils engage with their learning and respond well to challenge.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is full of exciting opportunities for pupils to learn in varied ways. Pupils gain many rich experiences.
Foundational Skills: Reading is a golden thread; phonics program supports early readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum broad, ambitious; no ceiling on progression.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teaching does not stretch and challenge the most able pupils frequently enough. Learning in foundation subjects lacks sufficient structure.
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils and those who have SEN and/or disabilities are as engaged in their work as other pupils and are making good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave in an exemplary manner around the school and in lessons. They show respect for each other, teachers and visitors.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Results significantly above average at key stage 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils with SEND have barriers removed, ensuring excel in curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Impressive behaviour and attitudes; high expectations met.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers do not check reading consistently enough. As a result, pupils鈥� progress in reading, especially in comprehension, is not as advanced as it could be.
Support for SEND Pupils: A vice-principal ensures that pupils with SEN and/or disabilities make good progress. Specialist staff support the most vulnerable pupils very well.
Support for SEND Pupils: Barriers to reading and writing removed, allowing excellence in other areas.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils comment that bullying is very rare and staff deal with it effectively when it happens. Older pupils are trained as peer mediators.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Well-trained staff look after pupils鈥� emotional and physical well-being very effectively. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Anti-bullying ambassadors proud; rare issues.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Inclusive environment felt; safeguarding effective.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school.
Parental Involvement: Governors provide an effective link between the school and parents. The majority of parents spoke of their satisfaction and pleasure in the school.
Parent Feedback: Responses considered in inspections; supportive community.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a host of extra-curricular activities that take place before, during and after the school day that enrich pupils鈥� physical and emotional well-being.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils respect and appreciate the school environment. They use the indoor and outdoor spaces willingly.
Extracurricular Activities: Exceptional wider development; exciting opportunities available.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are trained locally with other trust members and gain from colleagues鈥� experiences. Moderation of work with local primary schools ensures accuracy.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers have high expectations and have established good routines for pupils. As a result, pupils are ready and eager to learn.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders evaluate the quality of teaching with precision and track pupils鈥� progress accurately.
Teacher Engagement: Investment in staff well-being and professional development.
Impact on Student Progress: Challenging activities motivate pupils鈥� learning, leading to high-quality work.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Subject leadership supports planning and delivery.
Teaching Staff Challenges: A few teachers are weaker in their practice, which leads to inconsistencies in pupils鈥� learning.
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About Us
Ocean Academy Poole is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 326 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 83% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.3 | 23 | 24 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 104 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 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 | 108 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 97 | 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 | 83% | 55.81% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 8.76% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.6 | 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 | 104 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 61% | 57.74% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 10% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | 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 | - | 83 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 83 | 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 | - | 50.54% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 9.87% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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 | - | 80 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 82 | 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 | - | 48.33% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.92% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ocean Academy Poole
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
