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Lordswood School
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- Medway ME5 8NN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers structure phonics activities well and demonstrate strong subject knowledge
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad, balanced and inspires pupils to learn
Foundational Skills: Early reading and phonics skills taught very successfully.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious, rich, vibrant curriculum engaging all pupils effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers鈥� questioning does not always challenge pupils to deepen understanding
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing and mathematics
Support for Falling Behind: Provision for disadvantaged pupils is effective; they often make good progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, have positive attitudes to learning and enjoy one another鈥檚 company
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve highly across curriculum, especially in reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Skilled staff use information to identify misconceptions and address them.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary behavior and attitudes to learning; respectful and kind.
Support for SEND Pupils: The support for pupils with special educational needs is effective
Support for SEND Pupils: Exceedingly effective adaptations ensure equal opportunities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong systems ensure any concern about pupil welfare is acted on quickly
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Provision for pupils鈥� personal development and welfare is outstanding
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School provides a safe and inclusive environment.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils' well-being given highest priority.
Parent Feedback: Parents speak very highly of the school and the improvements made since the previous inspection
Parental Involvement: Parents are well informed and invited to a range of events and information sessions
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide and engaging range of clubs and activities, including foot-golf and archery
Extracurricular Activities: Vast range of clubs, visits, and diverse activities offered.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders have ensured the training and development of staff has resulted in good teaching
Impact on Student Progress: Quality of teaching and outcomes for pupils have strengthened since the previous inspection
Assessment of Teaching Quality: School leaders provide opportunities for staff training and support
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued, supported, and proud to work here.
Impact on Student Progress: Drive ensures broadening experiences and excellent personal/academic skills.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers鈥� questioning does not always challenge pupils to deepen their understanding
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About Us
Lordswood School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 401 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 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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It gives me great pleasure to present you to Lordswood Primary School, which is a vital part of the Lordswood neighbourhood. We are proud to be a values based school and we aim to give children the knowledge and understanding to make informed choices; both now and in the future. All that we do and all that we want to be reflects our fundamental values of integrity, tenacity, and respect. Our decisions are influenced by student voice, and every day, our students innovate and add creativity to our school. Through our engaging extracurricular activities and our stimulating creative curriculum, we provide a wide range of opportunities. In our school, we encourage students to develop into resilient, self-assured adults who will advance their skills and enthusiasm for learning. I am proud of the outstanding staff team, who are dedicated to helping kids reach their full academic, social, and emotional potential. We take great satisfaction in providing pastoral care and assisting families and children in our secure setting. To ensure success, parents, kids, and staff collaborate. We are proud to celebrate the brilliance of the children in our school and welcome hearing about their achievements outside school and in the wider community. Our celebratory assemblies greatly enhance the sense of pride and community among the students. I hope this website provides you a taste of what Lordswood has to offer. Visitors are always welcome, and I'm eager to introduce you to the students and faculty in our dynamic and engaging school setting.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 精东传媒 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.7 | 19.1 | 21.8 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | - | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | - | 108 |
| 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 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 94 | 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% | 53.13% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 5.34% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 107 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 95 | 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 | 82% 12 | 60.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 4 | 9.29% | 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 | 4.0 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 3.6 | 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 | 107 1 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 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 | 70% 6 | 55.93% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 7.76% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.6 | 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 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 91 | 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 | 64% | 51.29% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 6.09% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 5.0 | Well Above Average |
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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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lordswood School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
