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The Palmer Primary Academy
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- Reading RG2 7PP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders have prioritised reading, and the new phonics curriculum ensures pupils are learning to read quickly.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have designed a well-sequenced curriculum from Nursery to Year 6, ensuring pupils enjoy their lessons.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some teachers lack the subject knowledge required to plan suitable learning activities.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Staff have good subject knowledge in subjects like English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: For those pupils who need extra support, skilled staff provide the extra that is needed.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well, reflecting positive attitudes towards learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Some staff lack the precise knowledge to skilfully adapt learning for pupils with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils understand the difference between unkind incidents and bullying and know it is rare.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a strong safeguarding culture at the school with regular staff training.
Parent Feedback: Parents are proud of the school and appreciate the strong communication with staff.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a range of clubs, including sporting and cultural opportunities.
Teacher Engagement: Pupils say that teachers deal well with any behaviour issues.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers design activities that help pupils revisit previous learning effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Subject and pedagogical knowledge are not strong for all teachers.
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The Palmer Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 454 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 53% 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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The Palmer Academy is a two-form entry school that serves the children and families of Whitley, Reading, and the surrounding areas. It accepts students from the ages of three to eleven.
Even though there are more than 400 kids attending the academy every day, all of the staff members are dedicated to making sure that their precious time spent in school is as engaging and motivating as possible.
As an inclusive school, we collaborate with other institutions, service providers, and experts to remove obstacles to learning and promote success for kids with special needs.
You can start learning about the classes of kids, the staff, and the education that make up The Palmer Academy on this page.
Please do not hesitate to contact the school office using the information below, or by using the "contact us" form on the menu above, if you have any further questions about the school, would like to schedule a tour, or have any other inquiries.
If there is ever anything we can do to be of assistance, please speak with the teachers, support staff, governors, and ourselves. We firmly think that a dedication to open discussion and feedback will enable us to become stronger.
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Even though there are more than 400 kids attending the academy every day, all of the staff members are dedicated to making sure that their precious time spent in school is as engaging and motivating as possible.
As an inclusive school, we collaborate with other institutions, service providers, and experts to remove obstacles to learning and promote success for kids with special needs.
You can start learning about the classes of kids, the staff, and the education that make up The Palmer Academy on this page.
Please do not hesitate to contact the school office using the information below, or by using the "contact us" form on the menu above, if you have any further questions about the school, would like to schedule a tour, or have any other inquiries.
If there is ever anything we can do to be of assistance, please speak with the teachers, support staff, governors, and ourselves. We firmly think that a dedication to open discussion and feedback will enable us to become stronger.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A-
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B+
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21 | 20.8 | 24 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 103 | 98 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 105 | 101 |
| 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 | 103 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 95 | 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 | 53% | 52.39% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8% | 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 | -1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 | 103 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 53% 7 | 55.23% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 1 | 8.5% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 103 3 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 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 | 60% 24 | 54.79% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.5% | 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 | -2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 100 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 97 | 90 | 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 | 36% | 52.45% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 10.11% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st 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 | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Palmer Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
