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Padnell Infant School
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Padnell Infant School
- Primary
- Havant PO8 8DS
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school introduced a consistent reading and writing program with extensive staff training after disappointing phonics results.
Success of the Curriculum: Standards have improved in reading, writing, and maths with pupils making accelerated progress.
Areas Needing Improvement: More opportunities for pupils to share each other鈥檚 work and act on guidance from teachers are needed.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make accelerated progress in reading, writing, and maths with marked improvement in phonics screening results.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective help in lessons and small groups supports disabled pupils and those with special educational needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are polite, and say they feel safe. Some occasional loss of focus when working independently.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs receive effective help in lessons and in small groups.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say bullying is not a problem and they can get help from trusted adults. The vast majority of parents believe their children feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes positive relations and intolerance for discrimination. Attendance is broadly average and improving.
Parent Feedback: The vast majority of parents are positive about behaviour management and pupil safety.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved in activities such as outdoor learning where children introduce them to what they have learned.
Extracurricular Activities: Outdoor learning is a strength; activities include 'bug man' sessions which enthrall pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: The use of Joey鈥檚 field enhances pupils鈥� learning experiences considerably.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are enthusiastic with clear presentation skills, creating strong relationships with pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� clear instructions and good questioning skills help pupils understand lessons efficiently.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular observations, book scrutinies, and meetings with teachers ensure consistent quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: On some occasions, expectations are not high enough and the pace of learning slows.
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Padnell Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 267 students from age 4-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 |
D-
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.4 | 25.8 | 20.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 107 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 - 2nd Sep 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Padnell Infant School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
