Stanford Junior School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 7-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Stanford Road Brighton East Sussex BN1 5PR |
| Phone | 01273565570 |
| Reference Number | 114376 |
Stanford Junior School continues to demonstrate good performance since its last inspection. The school is characterized by a strong community spirit and a welcoming environment, where pupils feel comfortable and eager to learn. The curriculum is well-structured, with a particular strength in the teaching of reading, which has resulted in high rates of achievement among pupils. There are many opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities, and parents express satisfaction with their children's educational experiences.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 304 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.67%
Girls: 50.33% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 15.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 32 | 29 | 61 |
| 4 | 31 | 34 | 65 |
| 5 | 42 | 46 | 88 |
| 6 | 46 | 44 | 90 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 67.1% |
| White, Other | 11.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.6% |
| White & Asian | 3% |
| Indian | 2.6% |
| Asian, Other | 2% |
| Unclassified | 1.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% |
| African | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Mar 2024 | School inspection |
| 17 Oct 2018 | Short inspection |
| 22 May 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 26 Feb 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Jul 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong community ethos and welcoming environment
- High achievement in reading with well above national averages
- Well-enriched and balanced curriculum with a focus on art, sports, and music
- Pupils' engagement and enthusiasm for learning
- Effective leadership and commitment to high-quality education
- Good communication with parents
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils needing extra help with reading do not receive sufficient targeted support
- Curriculum adaptations for pupils with SEND are inconsistent
- Recent improvements in mathematics curriculum are not yet fully established
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 60% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 10% |
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 | 108 | ||
| Maths | 105 |
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 | 2.1 | ||
| Writing | 1.7 | ||
| Maths | -0.4 |
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