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Dovecot Primary School
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Dovecot Primary School
- Primary
- Liverpool L14 0LH
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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 |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading, including phonics, writing, and mathematics are taught well by knowledgeable staff who effectively promote pupils’ vocabulary.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum changes to promote pupils’ knowledge and understanding at greater depth have been implemented effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure all teachers in key stage 1 consistently provide learning opportunities well-matched to children’s needs and challenge their thinking.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' progress was well above the national average in mathematics and writing and average in reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support for teachers from mentors has led to a typically good quality of teaching.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Effective promotion of pupils’ behaviour and well-being has ensured that pupils feel safe and develop very positive attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support from the special educational needs coordinator and subject leaders ensures good quality teaching and learning.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Well-trained staff have up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and implement policies diligently, ensuring pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Governors ensure monitoring and filtering arrangements are in place for internet connection, and safeguarding records are meticulously kept.
Parent Feedback: Parents expressed overwhelming support for the school, appreciating the happy and productive environment created by the new headteacher.
Impact on Student Progress: Good use of professional development has improved teachers’ knowledge, leading to better-quality teaching and rapid rise in academic standards.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers miss opportunities to use questions to probe pupils’ knowledge and understanding at greater depth.
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About Us
Dovecot Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 179 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 22% 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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Dovecot Primary School is a welcoming and joyful institution. No matter their abilities, all students are recognised as individuals and fully integrated in school life in our secure and encouraging atmosphere. We make an effort to guarantee that our kids receive the best care, instruction, and materials appropriate for a thriving contemporary 21st-century school. Our goal is to create a welcoming, engaging environment where learning and teaching help each person realise their greatest potential. Our mission statement, "Learning together, growing together," helps us to do this. I hope this website gives you the details you need, but if you have more questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. Mrs. Stanley or Mrs. Goodall, the school's business manager, will be glad to assist and, if you like, set up a visit to the school. All of the information on our website is available on paper for free from the school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
A
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B-
|
C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 25.8 | 25.9 |
| Proficient Math | 97 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 96 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 97 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 96 | 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 | 22% | 51.07% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.31% | 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 | -6.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.3 | 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 | 100 6 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 95 7 | 96 | 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 | 35% 27 | 56.84% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.75% | 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 | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 5 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 3 | 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 | 62% 26 | 57.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.47% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5 | Well 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 | 101 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 99 | 97 | 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 | 36% | 53.15% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 4.53% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.7 | 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dovecot Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1