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Stopsley Community Primary School
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Stopsley Community Primary School
- Primary
- Luton LU2 7UG
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| Previous inspection | Inadequate |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers focus on developing pupils鈥� basic skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide
Success of the Curriculum: Significant improvements in achievement, particularly in mathematics
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve spelling, punctuation, and grammar for lower attaining pupils
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in English are now above average and standards in mathematics are well above average
Support for Falling Behind: Teaching assistants provide good support for those with special educational needs and pupils benefiting from pupil premium
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, work hard, and show good application to their learning
Support for SEND Pupils: Teaching assistants provide good support for those with special educational needs
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Instances of inappropriate behaviour are rare; pupils feel safe and can turn to staff for help
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff involve pupils in resolving any problems and take great care of them
Parent Feedback: The majority of parents are pleased with the quality of education provided for their children
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan pupils鈥� work thoroughly with high expectations, and pupils respond well
Impact on Student Progress: Significant improvements in teaching are resulting in faster student progress and rising standards
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The effective work of school leaders has brought about significant improvements in teaching
Teaching Staff Challenges: Not enough attention given to improving the spelling, punctuation, and grammar of some lower attaining pupils
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About Us
Stopsley Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 462 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 71% 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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Stopsley Community Primary School is an accepting, nurturing environment where each person is appreciated and inspired to fulfill their potential. Our learning community is based on the conviction that each child's growth must be at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to providing a secure and joyful atmosphere where each person is encouraged to assume responsibility for their own learning and be inspired to go above and beyond expectations through our values-based approach. We anticipate that the kids will "live" the HEART principles through intentional attitudes in which they might uncover their highest selves. It gives students social skills that enable them to effectively cooperate and relate to others. It gives them the self-worth and assurance they need to discover and realize their full potential and prosper in the outside world. To further illustrate what the HEART values look like, see the material below. Hope to instill a cheerful outlook, anticipating favorable outcomes with inner assurance. Enjoy growing and learning in a healthy and safe manner. Build resilience and perseverance while succeeding. We must take ownership of our own behavior and possessions and promote respect by making wise decisions. Togetherness collaborating effectively with others, forming wholesome friendships, and taking pride in one another's accomplishments.
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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 |
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B-
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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 | 23.5 | - | 23.3 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 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 | 106 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 71% | 56.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.03% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 | 106 3 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 71% 19 | 55.58% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 4 | 7.88% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | 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 | 103 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 52% 1 | 54.31% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.63% | 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 | -3.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -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 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 92 | 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 | 53% | 52.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.44% | 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 | -3.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.9 | Below 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Stopsley Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
