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Firside Junior School
- Primary
- Hellesdon NR6 5NF
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Recent staff training has focused on planning learning that enables the least able pupils to learn effectively and also enables the most able pupils to progress well.
Success of the Curriculum: Outcomes achieved by pupils at the end of key stage 2 have been high, with an above-average proportion of pupils attaining expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment of pupils鈥� learning and progress in foundation subjects needs to become firmly established.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support for pupils who need to catch up with their learning when they arrive, particularly those who slow over the summer months following key stage 1 tests.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' personal development, behaviour, and welfare are good; classrooms are calm and purposeful, and pupils鈥� conduct around school is exemplary.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Published data shows that progress in reading and mathematics is below average from above-average starting points in Year 3.
Support for SEND Pupils: The needs of the school鈥檚 small proportion of pupils with SEND are well known, ensuring they receive help in lessons and additional support to make sufficient progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe in school and say that although bullying does happen, staff will always sort it out.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff training in safeguarding, including the 鈥楶revent鈥� duty, is up to date; detailed online records are maintained systematically to ensure concerns are followed up and monitored routinely.
Parent Feedback: Parents praised the efforts made by staff to provide their children with good opportunities to learn and ensure that they are fully prepared for the next stage. Some would like better communication about their child鈥檚 progress.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enthused about off-site trips and residential experiences.
Teacher Engagement: Recently qualified teachers and more experienced staff provide a good blend of established routines and fresh ideas.
Impact on Student Progress: Good-quality teaching enables pupils to make good progress, with effective questioning and group discussion.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staffing changes have led to a few inconsistencies; training is being provided to develop practice.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Your routine monitoring has identified areas needing improvement, and training is being provided.
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Firside Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 359 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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 aged 7 to 11 can attend the coeducational Firside Junior School. It draws a large number of students from a larger area and is the well-liked and obvious school of choice within Hellesdon. Every kid can develop and succeed in our stimulating learning environment. We strive to give every child the greatest education we can because we believe they deserve it. We set out to instil a sense of purpose in youngsters, boost their self-esteem, and help them enjoy studying. At Firside, kids are content and achieve success. We see your cooperation as being essential to your child's success. We are convinced that with your help, we can give your child the best possible chance to take advantage of all the opportunities that lie ahead.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 51动漫 grade |
C+
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Outstanding |
| Age range | 7-11 | 5-7 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.1 | 14.7 | 15.8 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | - | - |
| Proficient Read | 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 | 105 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 93 | 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 | 69% | 46.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 3.88% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 105 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 94 | 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 | 75% 7 | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 6.78% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 105 2 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 89 | 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 | 68% 9 | 51.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 5 | 5.5% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 107 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 83 | 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 | 77% | 46.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 6.77% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Firside Junior School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1