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Fen Drayton Primary School
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Fen Drayton Primary School
- Primary
- Fen Drayton CB24 4SL
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Early reading begins at the start of Reception through effective delivery of phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is logically set out, supporting teachers to deliver lessons well.
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment processes need development in some foundation subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well and produce high-quality work. Early reading begins effectively in Reception.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff identify pupils who fall behind and provide effective support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show positive attitudes to their learning, with established clear expectations and routines.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff make appropriate adaptations to help pupils with SEND using effective processes and training.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school sets clear expectations for behaviour contributing to a positive environment.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: A carefully considered personal, social and health education programme helps pupils develop understanding of discrimination.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school's culture of support and kindness.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents through feedback mechanisms like Ofsted Parent View.
Extracurricular Activities: Year 5 pupils act as sports leaders and support activities at lunchtimes.
Teacher Engagement: Staff have strong subject knowledge helping to present information clearly to pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help pupils gradually build on what they know, leading to steady progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some gaps in teaching aspects of writing and grammar were noted.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The lack of consistent use of assessment in foundation subjects needs addressing.
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About Us
Fen Drayton Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cambridgeshire, East of England.
It has 110 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 56% 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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Children from Fen Drayton and other nearby communities are welcomed with open arms at this little village school in the heart of rural Cambridgeshire. All children learn and play together, watching out for and aiding one another. We provide a wide choice of extracurricular activities and regular enrichment days for the creative arts, science, math, and poetry, among other subjects. We also offer a broad and fascinating curriculum. In competitions and casual games, our athletic teams frequently face off against rival institutions. Our five guiding principles鈥攔esilience, responsibility, resourcefulness, reflection, and readiness鈥攐ffer a framework for our kids to acquire the traits that will enable them to succeed in the future. Above all, the staff's concern for the students' learning and well-being contributes to what makes Fen Drayton Primary School a great place. I sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and are inspired to visit our institution. .
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 51动漫 grade |
C
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | - | 22.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 103 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 99 | 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 | 56% | 55.17% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 7.26% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 | 103 2 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 92 | 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% 4 | 56.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.65% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 | 105 1 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 4 | 91 | 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 | 67% 13 | 55.39% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.83% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 | 88 | 93 |
| Reading | 110 | 89 | 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 | 80% | 52.18% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.72% | 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 | 4.7 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | Below 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Fen Drayton Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1