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Parkside Primary School
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- Stafford ST16 1TH
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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: Most pupils learn to read well; phonics is taught consistently
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have embedded a well-organized curriculum that allows all pupils to learn key information
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils' work lacks pride and contains many basic errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils mostly behave well with a few disagreements, bullying is rare, and teachers sort issues quickly
Performance in Maths & Reading: Basic errors in English and across other books; reading fluency needs improvement for some pupils
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils with prior lower attainment receive well-structured help but are not yet reading with sufficient fluency
Support for SEND Pupils: The curriculum is inclusive, allowing SEND pupils to learn key information effectively
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe; bullying is rare and addressed promptly when it occurs
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff receive comprehensive training; concerns are acted on swiftly
Parent Feedback: Parents feel part of 'Parkside'; inspectors reviewed responses to online parent surveys
Parental Involvement: Events and activities help families feel involved and part of the school community
Extracurricular Activities: Extensive clubs and opportunities such as rock climbing, acting, and gymnastics club
Teacher Engagement: Staff are 鈥榤asters of making people happy鈥� and mend friendships
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders have laid out clear principles for monitoring learning both short and long term
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' expectations need to be higher regarding students' work presentation and error correction
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers do not consistently address basic mistakes in students' work
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About Us
Parkside Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 327 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 88% 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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Thank you for visiting Parkside Primary School's website.
This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
We are a community school that serves Stafford's north end and we firmly believe that all children should grow and succeed to their full potential by learning in a loving and supportive atmosphere.
You are aware of the crucial part you play in your child's education as a parent and carer.
Since our school serves the entire community, we want you to actively participate in determining the future course of the institution.
In order to aid your child, we as a school ask that you, as parents, embrace our school motto.
If you want to see what we are teaching, visit the curriculum page.
Please check the class pages to see what your child is learning in class.
We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for.
Enjoy being a part of Parkside Primary School. Visit us to witness how our school's philosophy is lived out.
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This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
We are a community school that serves Stafford's north end and we firmly believe that all children should grow and succeed to their full potential by learning in a loving and supportive atmosphere.
You are aware of the crucial part you play in your child's education as a parent and carer.
Since our school serves the entire community, we want you to actively participate in determining the future course of the institution.
In order to aid your child, we as a school ask that you, as parents, embrace our school motto.
If you want to see what we are teaching, visit the curriculum page.
Please check the class pages to see what your child is learning in class.
We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for.
Enjoy being a part of Parkside Primary School. Visit us to witness how our school's philosophy is lived out.
Participate in something unique.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.5 | 20.4 | 23.7 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | - | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | - | 105 |
| 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 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 88% | 57.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 6.8% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 | 111 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 | 95 | 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 | 97% 6 | 61.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 33% 9 | 9.38% | 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 | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.4 | 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 | 110 1 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 3 | 95 | 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 | 91% | 62.07% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% 12 | 8.87% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | 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 | 109 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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 | 91% | 60.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 8.58% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.1 | Well 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Parkside Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1