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Ludwell Primary School
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Ludwell Primary School
- Primary
- Donhead St. Mary SP7 9ND
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Children in Reception and KS1 excel in phonics, confidently segmenting words and blending sounds.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious, well-designed curriculum meets mixed-age needs and supports thorough knowledge building.
Areas Needing Improvement: A few subjects lack precise knowledge sequencing, limiting depth of understanding.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Swift action on improving maths results; early reading program keeps pace effectively.
Support for Falling Behind: Regular checks in maths to reshape learning, helping pupils progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display positive attitudes, contribute respectfully, and enjoy learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive environment with effective identification and resource support, but some dependence on adult help remains.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements ensure a positive culture prioritizing pupils' interests.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff training and strong subject knowledge promote equality, diversity, and a welcoming school culture.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views are taken into account through Ofsted Parent View, influencing inspections and evaluations.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved in setting and reviewing targets for SEND pupils, contributing to progress.
Extracurricular Activities: Trips, charity work, and topical news enrich the curriculum, fostering local and global citizenship.
Teacher Engagement: Investment in staff training leads to confident teaching and effective curriculum delivery.
Impact on Student Progress: Adaptive teaching strategies like 'think, pair and share' enhance pupils' learning experiences.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff’s strong subject knowledge and effective teaching strategies underpin curriculum success.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasional issues with adapting learning for some SEND pupils, leading to over-reliance on adult support.
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About Us
Ludwell Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Wiltshire County, South West.
It has 92 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 18% 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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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | - | - |
| Proficient Math | 99 | - | - |
| Proficient Read | 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 | 99 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 100 | 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 | 18% | 54.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.97% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -7.2 | Well 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 | - | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 59.84% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 9.3% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 24th 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 23rd 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ludwell Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1