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Water Lane Primary Academy
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- Harlow CM19 5RD
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Recent actions to improve the teaching of reading, writing and mathematics have improved pupils鈥� learning
Success of the Curriculum: The school鈥檚 themed curriculum aims to deepen pupils鈥� knowledge, skills and understanding
Areas Needing Improvement: Developing pupils鈥� mathematical skills to help them problem solve so that more pupils are able to reach the higher standard of attainment
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' work shows that they are making good progress
Support for Falling Behind: Additional adults support pupils well to catch up and make good progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate good learning behaviours
Support for SEND Pupils: Vulnerable pupils, including those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, are well cared for
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say they feel safe at school. Pupils are clear that they have someone to speak to if they are unhappy
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders are meticulous in the monitoring and following up of concerns swiftly
Parent Feedback: Parents engage well with school activities and value the support they receive
Parental Involvement: Leaders and teachers ensure that there are opportunities for parents to engage with children in school at different times of the year
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular clubs such as judo, table tennis and gymnastics
Outdoor Facilities: Children enjoy the well-resourced outside area which caters for every area of learning
Teacher Engagement: Staff say they receive very good support from leaders to help them develop and improve their teaching practice
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers provide challenge to pupils in various ways. All teachers follow the school鈥檚 policy for communicating the next steps to pupils
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular monitoring enables leaders to have a good insight into the quality of teaching, learning and assessment
Teaching Staff Challenges: However, teachers do not always deploy them effectively in whole-class teaching to support all pupils to make better progress
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About Us
Water Lane Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 202 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 28 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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We are a cutting-edge primary school that cultivates a friendly, secure, and inclusive atmosphere for our students and their families. In order for everyone of our students to recognise their own abilities and realise their full potential, we are devoted to giving them outstanding learning experiences. "Students and staff are content and cooperate well." Students exhibit positive learning behaviours. In June 2017, Ofsted. Our emphasis on Visible Learning techniques fosters independence, builds resilience, and motivates all of our kids to be curious, lifelong learners. We want our kids to be motivated to achieve their highest potential on a personal, academic, and artistic level, going above and beyond their own expectations. The REAch2 (Raising Educational Achievement for Children) Academy Trust includes our school. This nation-wide network of 60 primary academies works together and exchanges best practises in order to give every student the greatest possible education. Our website aims to give you a little peek into how special Water Lane Primary Academy is and serves as a means to provide up to date information for parents, pupils and the broader community. You are more than welcome to schedule a visit to our amazing school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 28.1 | 24.7 | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 104 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 105 | 110 |
| 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 | 99 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 98 | 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 | 48% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.79% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -4.9 | Well 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 | 102 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 3 | 97 | 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% 6 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.71% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 65% 6 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 93 | 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 | 59% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.05% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | Above 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
28 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Water Lane Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
