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Willowbrook Primary School
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- Brentwood CM13 2TU
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils develop enjoyment of reading for pleasure. Phonics teaching is effective.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum supports academic and personal development effectively. Pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not consistently identify what skills and knowledge pupils need to develop next in subjects other than English and mathematics.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most current pupils, including those with SEND, make strong progress in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers and teaching assistants accurately identify barriers to learning and work effectively to help overcome them.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils conduct themselves well in lessons and around the school site. They are polite, considerate, and respectful.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders make sure that the needs of pupils with SEND are accurately identified and put in place additional support that helps most pupils make good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say that bullying is extremely rare and are confident that teachers deal with any situations that arise quickly and effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders have established a truly caring and nurturing culture in the school. Pupils feel safe and well cared for.
Parent Feedback: Positive comments on Parent View reflect the caring nature of the school. Parents feel reassured that their children are well looked after.
Parental Involvement: Parents welcome the workshops provided to help them support learning of foundational skills like early reading at home.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of clubs, trips, and visiting speakers enriches pupils' learning experience. Many well-attended sporting activities are also provided.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers respond well to leaders鈥� high expectations and reflect on their teaching methods. Staff appreciate training opportunities.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching over time supports most pupils in making strong progress in a range of subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on the quality of teaching and pupils鈥� progress are made to ensure actions are making a difference.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers sometimes do not provide enough challenge for the most able pupils, particularly in reading and writing.
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About Us
Willowbrook Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 213 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 72% 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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I'm delighted to welcome you to Willowbrook Primary School in my capacity as its headteacher. I feel incredibly privileged to be guiding our school through this fascinating new chapter in its history. Everything we do is based on the school's ethos and principles, which provide a secure, encouraging, and supporting atmosphere where we value each person for who they are. Please read our prospectus below for additional information about our goals, aspirations, and values. While making sure the kids have fun at school, we establish high standards for performance and conduct. Our school is active and pleasant, with lots going on. This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school. I hope you find the information on our website to be helpful and enlightening, but clearly coming to Willowbrook to take a look around and meet the kids and staff is the best way to really get a feel for who we are. To schedule a visit, don't be afraid to get in touch with us.
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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 |
C+
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B-
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B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.2 | - | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 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 | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 72% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 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 | 63% 10 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 3 | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below 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 | 106 3 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 7 | 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 | 73% 33 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -4.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 100 | 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 | 40% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 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 | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Willowbrook Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1