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Sir John Heron Primary School
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Sir John Heron Primary School
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- Newham E12 5PY
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: High expectations of pupils with exciting use of technology motivate learning in foundational skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Children enjoy an exciting range of activities in Early Years; overall curriculum helps pupils make good progress.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils鈥� progress in mathematics is slower than in English.
Performance in Maths & Reading: At Key Stage 1, attainment is average in reading and above average in writing by the end of Year 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Skilled and directed support for disabled pupils and those with special needs ensures good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils take pride in presenting their work; no low-level disruption in lessons.
Support for SEND Pupils: Highly effective specialist support enables good progress for pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe; school quick to act on rare cases of bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: System of managing behaviour consistently followed, secure spaces for vulnerable children.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the promotion of high standards of behaviour and effective pupil safety measures.
Parental Involvement: Engagement through survey feedback and involvement in the school鈥檚 strong caring environment.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs, visits, music, and sports coaching enrich pupils' experiences.
Outdoor Facilities: Multi-use games area provides secure space for young and vulnerable children.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have high expectations, plan interesting and motivating learning experiences.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching assistants demonstrate excellent understanding of pupils鈥� needs.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: High-quality marking and constructive guidance involve pupils in deciding next steps.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Planning in maths needs adapting to better meet the needs of more able pupils.
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Sir John Heron Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 473 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 63% 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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Welcome to the webpage for our school! I am very excited to be the Headteacher at Sir John Heron Primary School and look forward to sharing with you the wonderful opportunities and developments from the school as the academic year progresses. What makes Sir John Heron truly special is the tremendously hard working pupils who are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy, confident and that the opportunities provided are relevant both to their needs now and in the future. The school is able to achieve this important goal for all of our students in large part because to the highly qualified and motivated staff. Together we study is our school's motto, and we firmly believe it. Together, we accomplish. Our curriculum is interesting, ensuring that our students acquire a love of learning and a curiosity that will support the growth of high aspirations and a constant desire to study. Our curriculum has been thoughtfully created to provide a plethora of options, both inside the classroom and through extracurricular pursuits. Our goal is to foster each child's unique abilities and make sure they all succeed and realise their full potential. We work hard to foster positive relationships with parents/carers, governors and the wider school community to ensure the best possible outcomes for all pupils. I hope that our website provides you with as much information as possible about our school, the faculty, the governors, and the extracurricular activities that our students participate in across the curriculum. Please get in touch with the school office to schedule a visit if you'd like to observe us in action.
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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 |
A+
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.6 | - | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 98 | 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 | 63% | 65.17% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 12.73% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | 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 | 105 4 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 100 | 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 | 63% 4 | 70.75% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 2 | 13.75% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 4 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 67% 2 | 67.58% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 7 | 11.06% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | 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 | 105 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 93 | 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 | 65% | 59.34% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.12% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above Average |
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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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sir John Heron Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1