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Parklea Primary School
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Parklea Primary School
- Primary
- Luton LU3 3EW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a high priority with well-trained staff ensuring pupils remember sounds they are learning.
Success of the Curriculum: School鈥檚 curriculum planning is well-considered and develops pupils鈥� knowledge in a logical sequence.
Areas Needing Improvement: In newer subjects, understanding of staff's subject knowledge varies, leading to gaps in pupils' understanding.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading is prioritized, and tailored support helps older pupils catch up.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support fills gaps in prior knowledge where needed.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well with good manners, and the school provides effective support for those who need it.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff identify needs accurately and work closely with parents and external agencies, ensuring strong progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know who to speak to if they have worries and ask adults for help with minor disagreements.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Calm, orderly classrooms and effective safeguarding arrangements ensure pupil safety.
Parent Feedback: Use Ofsted Parent View to give your opinion or find out what others think.
Extracurricular Activities: The varied clubs and trips enhance the learning carried out in school.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have received well-considered training in how to teach each subject.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching developing pupils' knowledge securely, though not yet reflected in published outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Procedures in place for most subjects with strong understanding of effective teaching methods.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Precise training or guidance needed for newer subjects to ensure consistent knowledge and address misconceptions.
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About Us
Parklea Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 529 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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Our freshly established primary school serves Sundon Park and the adjacent Luton neighbourhoods. In this lovely society, everyone is devoted to coexisting peacefully and contributing to the common good. We as a school represent the neighbourhood. We place a high value on cooperation and good citizenship, promote participation and competition, and recognise and reward individual accomplishments. We have high standards for each and every person in the community. Each student is supported, challenged, and developed individually by the personnel. The students are expected to put up their best effort, work diligently, behave politely, and meet the high expectations that have been placed on them. Thank you for exploring our website. If there is anything more you would want to know, feel free to stop by or get in touch with the school by phone or email.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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A
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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 | 22.5 | - | 19.7 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 107 | 103 |
| 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 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 96 | 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 | 48% | 56.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 7.03% | 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 | -1.3 | 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 | - | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 90 | 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 | - | 55.58% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.88% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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.
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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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Parklea Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1