John Gulson Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | George Street Coventry West Midlands CV1 4HB |
| Phone | 02476227791 |
| Reference Number | 103690 |
John Gulson Primary School has made significant progress since its previous inspection, now achieving a 'Good' rating across most areas of inspection, with 'Outstanding' performance in personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and supports the diverse needs of its pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. Pupils feel safe, happy, and are proud of their school, reflecting a positive school culture. The curriculum is well-sequenced, engaging students and helping them build on their knowledge effectively. However, there are areas needing attention, particularly in the early years where the learning environment and curriculum require enhancement to support all aspects of learning better.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 482 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.49%
Girls: 47.51% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 33.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 62% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49 | 31 | 80 |
| 2 | 41 | 20 | 61 |
| 3 | 31 | 27 | 58 |
| 4 | 26 | 37 | 63 |
| 5 | 35 | 27 | 62 |
| 6 | 29 | 33 | 62 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 22.6% |
| African | 15.6% |
| Asian, Other | 15.6% |
| Indian | 13.1% |
| White, British | 7.3% |
| White, Other | 4.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.5% |
| White & Asian | 2.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 29 Mar 2022 | School inspection: |
| 28 Mar 2019 | Short inspection |
| 11 Mar 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 19 May 2010 | Monitoring visit |
| 04 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 26 Jan 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong focus on inclusivity and diversity.
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour and attitudes.
- Personal development curriculum is exemplary.
- High levels of support for pupils with SEND.
- Strong emphasis on reading across the school.
- Curriculum is well-sequenced and logically planned.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistency in using assessment in some subjects and year groups.
- Early years learning environment not fully developed to support engagement.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 67% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 3% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 103 | ||
| Maths | 104 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.3 | ||
| Writing | 0.5 | ||
| Maths | -0.4 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 24 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 27 | 4 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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