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Pennington CofE School
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Pennington CofE School
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- Pennington LA12 0RR
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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 | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: High-quality phonics taught systematically.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious, well-sequenced, and helps build on existing knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Deepen pupils' experiences of learning about other faiths and cultures.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Better in writing than in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Good-quality support for those struggling in phonics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and bullying is rare.
Support for SEND Pupils: Achieve well with the structured approach to teaching.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with quickly. High awareness of internet safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding training and partnerships with external agencies.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly supportive.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of sports and arts-based clubs.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan lessons well and use a range of source materials.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help pupils revise and recall prior learning effectively.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Governors regularly visit to understand pupil achievement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: More checks needed on curriculum delivery.
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About Us
Pennington CofE School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 198 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 72% 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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No matter their gender, race, culture, or background, our students at Pennington Church of England School should have an equal opportunity to succeed and realise their full potential. We also want them to develop into independent learners within a Christian environment that is supportive, loving, and joyful.
The entire school is dedicated to a stimulating and current curriculum that has high expectations, is suitable for each student's needs, and provides everyone with the chance to flourish.
We will assist our students in become motivated, resilient, responsible, and fulfilled young adults by collaborating closely with the kids, teachers, parents, and the community.
The children are at the centre of everything we do at Pennington Church of England Primary School, and our goals are based on the five outcomes of Every Child Matters to God:-.
ensuring that every child is protected from danger, neglect, and bullying in a joyful, nurturing, Christian atmosphere that values each kid's voice.
Additionally, it is important to acknowledge that kids grow at various rates, have a diversity of talents and abilities, differ in their demands, and exhibit a variety of personalities and interests.
These philosophies and objectives support an acceptance of and engagement with the core British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and respect for and tolerance of people of all faiths and beliefs so that our students can grow in their ability to participate fully in and make a positive contribution to modern British society.
Our goal at Pennington is to instil in our students a love for God and a commitment to following Christian values.
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The entire school is dedicated to a stimulating and current curriculum that has high expectations, is suitable for each student's needs, and provides everyone with the chance to flourish.
We will assist our students in become motivated, resilient, responsible, and fulfilled young adults by collaborating closely with the kids, teachers, parents, and the community.
The children are at the centre of everything we do at Pennington Church of England Primary School, and our goals are based on the five outcomes of Every Child Matters to God:-.
ensuring that every child is protected from danger, neglect, and bullying in a joyful, nurturing, Christian atmosphere that values each kid's voice.
Additionally, it is important to acknowledge that kids grow at various rates, have a diversity of talents and abilities, differ in their demands, and exhibit a variety of personalities and interests.
These philosophies and objectives support an acceptance of and engagement with the core British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and respect for and tolerance of people of all faiths and beliefs so that our students can grow in their ability to participate fully in and make a positive contribution to modern British society.
Our goal at Pennington is to instil in our students a love for God and a commitment to following Christian values.
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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 | 4-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | 25.8 | 19.4 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 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 | 107 | 89 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 92 | 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 | 72% | 53% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 7.38% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 102 6 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 5 | 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 | 62% 22 | 61.76% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.28% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 108 7 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 5 | 92 | 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 | 84% 45 | 55.61% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 8.1% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | 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 | 101 | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 86 | 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 | 39% | 52.75% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.05% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pennington CofE School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1