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Thomas Johnson Lower School
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Thomas Johnson Lower School
- Primary
- Lidlington MK43 0SB
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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 | Not Previously Inspected |
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Foundational Skills: Clear phonics and reading programme in place from early years; maths and English curriculum well taught with high aspirations.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum supports pupils to achieve well and is thoughtfully organized in most subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subject plans are less detailed, making it harder for teachers to know what pupils have learned before.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Curriculum effectively builds foundational skills in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Timely support provided for pupils who fall behind in reading and other areas.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are friendly, and understand expectations; they concentrate on tasks with no disruption to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are well-supported to access the same curriculum as others, achieving well alongside peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying hardly ever happens; pupils feel safe and supported by trusted adults.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders create a caring culture; staff are trained and vigilant about safeguarding.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the staff's knowledge of pupils and are overwhelmingly positive about recent changes.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved and feel the school is at the heart of the community.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are proud to work at the school and appreciate the consideration given to their workload.
Impact on Student Progress: High-quality teaching aids in positive pupil progress and achievement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Frequent checks and ongoing development ensure teaching quality remains high.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Leadership roles are being defined more clearly to enhance effectiveness.
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Thomas Johnson Lower School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 93 students from age 3-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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"We just knew we were having fun; we had no idea we were generating memories" (A.A. Milne). It is an honour to hold a young child's hand and envision for them a future rich in the joy of learning. It is also a huge duty since we are aware of the fact that in order for kids to learn and develop to their greatest potential, they need to feel safe, secure, confident, and happy. Our values-based ethos serves as the foundation for everything we do and provides staff and students with a reference vocabulary for adopting constructive behaviours (such patience and respect). Our curriculum is built to interest and challenge students, and it incorporates outdoor learning opportunities and enrichments including forest school activities, live eggs, interschool sporting events, and music lessons. We collaborate closely with parents and carers, offering guidance and help with parenting as well as chances for them to visit the school (such as Values Days, Christmas in School, and music performances);. We recognise the importance of securing emotional well being and positive mental health in all our pupils, and we build in opportunities for all pupils to learn about a range of feelings, so that they are better equipped to manage their emotions and behaviours positively. We would love for you to visit our school because we are really proud of it.
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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 |
D-
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-9 | 3-11 | 3-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.2 | 25.8 | 1.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thomas Johnson Lower School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1