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Ranelagh Primary School
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Ranelagh Primary School
- Primary
- Ipswich IP2 0AN
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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: Children develop appropriate early reading, mathematical and writing skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Teachers are knowledgeable about delivering the chosen curriculum, creating engaging activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to provide consistent high-quality texts and activities for older pupils.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils learn to read quickly and enjoy the wide range of books available.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers use assessment strategies effectively to identify and support pupils needing extra help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well in class and throughout the school day.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support is particularly effective for pupils with SEND, early-stage English learners, and disadvantaged pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying or inappropriate language are dealt with well, ensuring pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils trust staff to handle problems quickly and feel safe at school.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers feel welcomed and involved in learning activities, such as those celebrating Eid al-Fitr.
Parental Involvement: Staff work hard to ensure pupils have access to various opportunities and activities, including trips and free breakfast club.
Extracurricular Activities: Several sports and clubs, such as choir, are available. Pupils are proud of roles like anti-bullying ambassador.
Outdoor Facilities: Children enjoy a vibrant classroom with opportunities to learn indoors and outdoors.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers create interesting activities that engage pupils in their learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils apply their learning to more complex tasks as they grow older.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers effectively use assessment strategies to aid pupil progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff struggle to support Year 1 and 2 children in developing pencil grip and handwriting skills.
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About Us
Ranelagh Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 320 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 37% 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 Ranelagh Primary School. Our school is active and pleasant, with lots going on. It started out as a school in 1907. It is housed in a stunning Edwardian structure that blends old and new elements beautifully. We have a sizable playground and multipurpose sports field outside. Students have access to a small nature area on the school grounds as well as the nearby allotment, where they routinely work. Children in our Early Years programme benefit from a specially constructed garden area, and a double cover enables for outside play in any weather. This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for. Please feel free to get in touch with the school directly if you have any questions or if you want physical copies of anything you find on our website.
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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 | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 25.8 | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 109 | 109 |
| 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 | 102 | 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 | 37% | 51.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 6.06% | 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 | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 103 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 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 | 52% 19 | 58.41% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 3 | 8.08% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 102 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 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 | 33% 2 | 55.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 6 | 7.89% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 102 | 86 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 87 | 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 | 35% | 50.1% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 7.24% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 - 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ranelagh Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1