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Stimpson Avenue Academy
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Stimpson Avenue Academy
- Primary
- Northampton NN1 4LR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a priority; pupils quickly develop phonics knowledge.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum meets the needs of all pupils and develops enthusiasm and curiosity.
Areas Needing Improvement: Not all targets for pupils with SEND are as ambitious or precise as they could be.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers check what pupils know before moving on to new learning. Most pupils know and remember their previous learning across the curriculum.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who struggle get the support they need to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils do behave well and show respect for one another.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are well supported but some targets are not precise or ambitious enough.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and can share worries with staff. Regular training for staff to identify pupils at risk of harm.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders act quickly to get the right help for pupils and their families, working effectively with external agencies.
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about the school, noting that staff go beyond to ensure each child is happy and feels safe.
Parental Involvement: Teachers encourage parents to join in with 鈥榮hare a story鈥� time.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils benefit from a wealth of additional opportunities including clubs, trips, and experiences.
Outdoor Facilities: School organized a new garden and created the 鈥榖uddy bench鈥�.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are proud to work at the school, feeling supported with their workload and well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help correct misconceptions and check understanding before moving on.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers identify pupils鈥� misconceptions and help them to correct them.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff do not have a good enough understanding of next steps for SEND pupils.
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About Us
Stimpson Avenue Academy is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 452 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 51% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.6 | 30.6 | 23.9 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 101 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 104 | 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 | 103 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 51% | 56.44% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.44% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -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 | 99 4 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 94 | 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 | 40% 15 | 58.3% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 9.01% | 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 | -3.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.7 | 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 | 103 1 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 90 | 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 | 55% 12 | 55.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.81% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 90 | 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 | 43% | 52.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 6.76% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Stimpson Avenue Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1