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South Grove Primary School
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South Grove Primary School
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- Waltham Forest E17 8PW
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: The school's approach ensures strong progress in phonics, reading, and maths.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is well-developed, broad, balanced, and meets the needs of all pupils effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Continue to refine the curriculum to account for recent initiatives.
Foundational Skills: Reading is central to the curriculum with effective phonics teaching. Maths skills are developed through sequenced learning.
Success of the Curriculum: Exceptionally well-constructed, fostering deep understanding across subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: 50% of pupils achieved higher standards in maths; sustained high standards across reading and writing.
Support for Falling Behind: Prompt assessments and swift interventions are in place for pupils falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit excellent attitudes to learning, resilience, and pride in achievements.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils excel in reading reflected in national assessments; maths success is supported by a strong curriculum.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick and effective support for those falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary behavior; pupils show empathy and respect.
Support for SEND Pupils: Assessments are thorough; strong liaison with parents and agencies ensures excellent SEND progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: Early identification and precise help enable equal curriculum access.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: There is a culture of vigilance, with a secure environment and prompt safeguarding.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Various programs and workshops enhance pupil resilience and safety.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, adults respond swiftly, creating a safe environment.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High levels of respect and courtesy promote welfare and safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly supportive of the school, appreciating staff efforts and home learning projects.
Parental Involvement: Parents are engaged through workshops and reading sessions, strengthening partnership with the school.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly positive about education and care.
Parental Involvement: Staff and governors consult pupils and parents often.
Extracurricular Activities: A full range of extracurricular activities enrich the curriculum.
Extracurricular Activities: Offers diverse clubs like karate, coding, and knitting.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are innovative and continually improve outcomes for pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� excellent questioning and high expectations result in strong pupil progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: None noted; overall teaching quality and staff effectiveness are outstanding.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Consistent monitoring and professional development ensure high teaching standards.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive high-quality training and deliver confident lessons.
Impact on Student Progress: Highly effective teaching leads to significant student progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular training and development ensure high teaching standards.
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South Grove Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 463 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 88% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | - | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 111 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 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 | 109 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 100 | 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% | 64.11% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% | 11.98% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | 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 | 110 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 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 | 85% 2 | 64.53% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 12.57% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.0 | 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 | 108 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 | 87% 7 | 64.02% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 12 | 11.84% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.4 | 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 | 109 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 95 | 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 | 80% | 59.65% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 10.22% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at South Grove Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1