The Deenway Montessori School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 3-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 3-5 Sidmouth Street Reading RG1 4QZ |
| Phone | 01189574737 |
| Reference Number | 135995 |
The Deenway Montessori School has shown a good overall performance since its last inspection, moving up from a previous rating of requires improvement. The school fosters a strong community atmosphere where pupils feel safe and well-supported. They excel in developing personal responsibility and independence from an early age, and there is a notable emphasis on academic achievement and emotional well-being. The curriculum, which includes a strong focus on reading, prepares pupils effectively for their future educational journeys, including GCSEs in various subjects.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 57 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.63%
Girls: 47.37% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Jun 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Jul 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 01 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 May 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 22 Sep 2015 | Additional inspection |
| 04 Feb 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Mar 2011 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong community atmosphere where pupils feel known and valued.
- Effective curriculum that prepares pupils well for future education.
- High expectations for behavior and academic achievement.
- Notable strength in the teaching of reading and phonics.
- Robust assessment procedures that align with the Montessori method.
- Effective relationships promoting safety and well-being.
- Excellent pupil behavior contributing to a calm learning environment.
Areas for Improvement
- Careers programme not well developed; pupils need more information on options.
- Underutilization of resources for developing physical skills in early years.
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