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Addington Valley Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Addington Valley Academy
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Addington Valley Academy
- All-through
- Croydon CR0 9AZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Leaders plan an ambitious curriculum based on pupils’ individual and specific needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The school is a calm and orderly environment. Pupils' behavior is exceptionally well-managed.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff constantly check pupils’ understanding and adapt lessons to support effectively.
Teacher Engagement: Staff at all levels said that leaders recognized their efforts and treated them equally.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Staff break down targets for each pupil into well-planned steps, providing many opportunities to build on previous learning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff are knowledgeable about managing complex behavioral needs; however, not all are confident in teaching phonics.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Leaders provide workshops for parents to help support them, including sensory play and communication strategies.
Communication with Parents: Staff work closely with parents, sharing pupils' achievements and 'wow' moments.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff are vigilant to any pupil concerns, which are dealt with seriously. Leaders are readily available to manage workload.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders provide pupils with excellent resources and plan exciting experiences like art workshops and sensory pantomimes.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is not tolerated, and staff are vigilant. Pupils are taught about keeping themselves safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Parents and carers appreciated the rewards their children achieved for good work and behavior.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff are knowledgeable about how to manage pupils’ complex needs. Pupils learn about personal care and hygiene.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils enjoy using the food technology space, gym, and participate in activities like football, basketball, horse riding, and swimming.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils' preparation for adult life is integrated throughout their school life, learning practical skills like cooking and personal care.
Career Counselling Services: A group of sixth-form students attended a careers fayre and completed some work experience.
Support for SEND: All pupils have an education, health, and care plan. Therapists and staff work together to support pupils' needs.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum includes art, music, drama, cooking, and reading activities appropriate to individual stages.
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About Us
Addington Valley Academy is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 133 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
5 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Addington Valley Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1