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Westover Primary School
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Westover Primary School
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- Portsmouth PO3 6NS
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders ensure reading is a top priority. Staff use strong subject knowledge to support pupils effectively
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad, interesting, and stimulates pupils who are well-prepared for the next education stage
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, teachers have variable subject knowledge, affecting pupils' achievements
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils read with fluency and comprehension, visiting a well-stocked library weekly
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support helps pupils who fall behind catch up regularly
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and act in a kind and considerate manner
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive effective support that enables full access to the curriculum
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, but pupils are confident staff sort it out immediately
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders prioritize welfare and safety; staff training identifies at-risk pupils
Parent Feedback: Parents give positive feedback; responses considered in evening views
Teacher Engagement: Leaders ensure teachers benefit from training, developing subject expertise
Impact on Student Progress: Staff use strong subject knowledge, helping pupils build knowledge over time
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers have variable subject knowledge, limiting pupil achievement
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Westover Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 220 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 49% 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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At Westover, we are passionate that every child, no matter what, has the opportunities to thrive and fulfil their dreams, contribute to their community as responsible, caring citizens and be ready for the world. We appreciate your interest in learning more about Westover Primary, a school with a bright future and a dedication to collaborating closely with students and parents to achieve success through grit and a demanding curriculum. This website is designed to help you find out about our organisation's approaches to teaching, behaviour, pastoral care and exciting opportunities your children will experience. Westover has continued to grow into a friendly and welcoming setting as a member of the Hamwic Academy Trust, where your child can fully develop for the future in the company of kind adults and young people. If you are able to stop by the school, we would be thrilled to greet you and would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
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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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C
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.8 | 19.9 | 22.3 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 106 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 105 | 103 |
| 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 | 101 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 92 | 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 | 49% | 45.58% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 2.75% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 2 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 3 | 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 | 62% 16 | 54.8% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 6 | 5.83% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 0.0 | 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 | 106 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 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 | 78% 5 | 53.22% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 4 | 4.89% | 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 | - |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 106 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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 | 73% | 53.57% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 4.78% | 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 | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Westover Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1