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Town End Academy
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- Sunderland SR5 4NX
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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 | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritised with a well-stocked library and daily phonics instruction.
Success of the Curriculum: Teachers build on pupils鈥� knowledge successfully; pupils achieve well in most subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: In subjects like science, curriculum plans need more detail to ensure retention of key concepts.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Current pupils are doing well in mathematics and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind in reading receive extra daily help; most catch up well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, help each other, and enjoy available playground activities.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND do as well as others with strong support systems in place.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Discrimination and bullying are not tolerated; pupils feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Good-quality safeguarding training for staff; pupils know how to manage risks.
Parent Feedback: Parents鈥� views are considered through surveys and Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: School uses local surveys to gauge parents鈥� opinions and improve engagement.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils experience exciting visits and activities that foster talents and interests.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor areas are used creatively, inspiring awe and wonder among pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Most teachers teach reading expertly and benefit from regular, good-quality training.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching effectively builds on pupils鈥� existing knowledge leading to good achievement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Subject leaders keep a close eye on teaching and learning in their subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers need better understanding of phonics to help pupils read fluently.
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Town End Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 234 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 59% 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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The Department for Education encouraged Town End Primary School to become an academy in March 2011 because it was an exceptional institution.
Academies are educational institutions created to cater to the demands of today's youth.
The WISE Academies Multi-Academy Trust includes Town End Academy.
Bexhill and Town End Academies was the Trust's original name, but when plans to add more schools to our family evolved, we changed it to WISE Academies.
In order to fulfil our objective and elevate standards, WISE Academies has high expectations for both its faculty and its students.
We are dedicated to promoting learning among students and employees alike.
Basic literacy and math abilities are a major component of our curriculum and are crucial for success in school.
Through a topic-based curriculum, where learning is contextualised by real-world experience, children learn.
High standards will be ensured by a strong programme for employee development and monitoring.
Through a variety of activities both inside and outside of school, we will offer chances for personal growth.
The school experience will be enhanced by a wide variety of sports options, the teaching of musical abilities, engaging ICT, and numerous after-school activities.
WISE has an open-door attitude toward parents, carers, and the neighbourhood.
We are interested in hearing your opinions and are happy to have you as a member of the Academy where you can interact with the kids and impart your knowledge.
There will be a committed child and family liaison officer available to forge lasting connections and provide support for kids and families through a range of activities and programmes.
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Academies are educational institutions created to cater to the demands of today's youth.
The WISE Academies Multi-Academy Trust includes Town End Academy.
Bexhill and Town End Academies was the Trust's original name, but when plans to add more schools to our family evolved, we changed it to WISE Academies.
In order to fulfil our objective and elevate standards, WISE Academies has high expectations for both its faculty and its students.
We are dedicated to promoting learning among students and employees alike.
Basic literacy and math abilities are a major component of our curriculum and are crucial for success in school.
Through a topic-based curriculum, where learning is contextualised by real-world experience, children learn.
High standards will be ensured by a strong programme for employee development and monitoring.
Through a variety of activities both inside and outside of school, we will offer chances for personal growth.
The school experience will be enhanced by a wide variety of sports options, the teaching of musical abilities, engaging ICT, and numerous after-school activities.
WISE has an open-door attitude toward parents, carers, and the neighbourhood.
We are interested in hearing your opinions and are happy to have you as a member of the Academy where you can interact with the kids and impart your knowledge.
There will be a committed child and family liaison officer available to forge lasting connections and provide support for kids and families through a range of activities and programmes.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | - |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.6 | 18.6 | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 103 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 105 | 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 | 102 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 102 | 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 | 59% | 60.32% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.03% | 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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | 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 | 104 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 5 | 102 | 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 | 45% 34 | 64.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 3 | 10.55% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 104 4 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 101 | 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 | 79% 2 | 63.59% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 9 | 9.7% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 | 108 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 100 | 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 | 81% | 63.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 9.94% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th 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 | 5th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Town End Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
