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Pennington Church of England Junior School
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Pennington Church of England Junior School
- Primary
- Lymington and Pennington SO41 8HX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: The school prioritises reading with a well-structured approach to phonics and immediate feedback in English and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: An ambitious curriculum ensures that teachers know what pupils must learn, leading to good achievements in English and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: In design and technology and physical education, the subject knowledge has not been specified, affecting readiness for the next learning steps.
Performance in Maths & Reading: The school acted decisively to improve teaching in English and mathematics following low test results, resulting in current good achievements.
Support for Falling Behind: Strong additional support ensures that pupils who need it catch up quickly, especially in early reading stages.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes towards learning and behave well. They work hard in lessons and show good attendance.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support for pupils with SEND is a strength, with robust systems in place to identify and meet their needs effectively.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe as relationships are strong, and they trust adults will help if they have any worries.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school supports pupils' personal development well, teaching them tolerance, respect, and online safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents provide their views through Ofsted Parent View, which influences inspection decisions and evaluations.
Parental Involvement: Parental involvement in the community and school activities is encouraged through communication channels like Ofsted Parent View.
Extracurricular Activities: Clubs such as gardening, art, and various sports nurture pupils' talents and interests.
Teacher Engagement: Staff enjoy working at the school and feel valued, respected, and supported to do their jobs well.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils appreciate the immediate feedback from teachers, helping them keep up with their learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders recognize the need to strengthen teachers' knowledge to help pupils achieve better across all subjects.
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About Us
Pennington Church of England Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 121 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 42% 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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I'd like to extend a sincere greeting to you to our school on behalf of all the students, teachers, and governors. The students at Pennington Junior School are the centre of everything we do since it is a small, welcoming, and inclusive school. In order to ensure that the kids are fully interested and motivated in what they are learning, we think it is important to provide the greatest experiences. Learning is our core purpose and we aim to ensure that every member of our school community, through hard work, perseverance and self-belief can achieve, enjoy and celebrate their own success and the success of others, at all levels and in all things. All of our kids are held to the highest standards, and we endeavour to motivate them every day to rise to the challenges that are put in front of them. Our success is largely due to the solid and encouraging relationships we have built. This makes sure that each child feels like they are a part of our very own family, where we "Care, Share, and Learn Together." We support collaborative relationships between parents, teachers, and students, and we acknowledge and actively promote the contribution that parents and other carers make to school life. We are excited to have you join our school, and we want everyone to have a positive and pleasurable experience there. Because we are a church school, our basis is based firmly on Christian principles. Everything we do is geared on providing your child with the best possible examples of Christian beliefs and values. I hope you enjoy learning more about our school and discover the details you need. Please get in touch with us through the school office if you want to learn more.
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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 |
C+
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.3 | - | 24.4 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 107 | 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 | 100 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 99 | 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 | 42% | 56.83% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.18% | 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 | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.7 | Well Below 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 | 102 3 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 | 99 | 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% 8 | 63.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 11.36% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | 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 | 99 1 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 | 99 | 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 | 42% | 64.5% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 11.54% | 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 | -3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -6 | Well 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 | 100 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 99 | 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 | 42% | 62.79% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 10.67% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pennington Church of England Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
