Brambleside Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Cleveland Avenue Kettering Northamptonshire NN16 9NZ |
| Phone | 01536310680 |
| Reference Number | 141632 |
Brambleside Primary has demonstrated notable improvement since its previous inspection, achieving a good overall effectiveness rating. The school provides a well-planned and sequenced curriculum that engages students and prepares them effectively for secondary education. Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour, a love for reading, and a strong sense of safety and support within the school environment. There is a strong focus on personal development, with leaders ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, are included in school activities and given appropriate support.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 419 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.55%
Girls: 48.45% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 22.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 27 | 60 |
| 2 | 32 | 28 | 60 |
| 3 | 35 | 25 | 60 |
| 4 | 24 | 36 | 60 |
| 5 | 24 | 36 | 60 |
| 6 | 35 | 24 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 66.1% |
| White, Other | 10.5% |
| Indian | 7.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.4% |
| African | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| Chinese | 1.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Oct 2021 | School inspection: |
| 23 Jan 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Apr 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 05 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Brambleside Community Primary School | |
| 05 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 29 May 2012 | Monitoring visit |
| 29 May 2012 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Nov 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Nov 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Jul 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Jul 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Jan 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 28 Jan 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 30 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 24 May 2004 | Full inspection |
| 24 May 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong leadership elevating the quality of education.
- Well-sequenced and thoughtfully planned curriculum.
- Pupils enjoy learning and take pride in their work.
- Effective teaching of phonics and reading.
- High expectations for pupils with SEND.
- Focus on personal development and British values.
Areas for Improvement
- Connections between past, current, and future learning in design technology are not secure.
- Some pupils with SEND require excessive adult support.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2019. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 63 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 102 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 68 | 31 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 102 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 33 | 53 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 102 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 62 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 5 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 55 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 102 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 16 | 37 | 29 | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 11 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 43 | 48 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 102 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 54 | 40 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 102 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 43 | 47 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 102 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 46 | 49 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 102 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 58 | 35 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 102 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 43 | 39 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 102 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 89 | 13 |
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 | 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 | 106 |
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 | 1.6 | ||
| Writing | 4.4 | ||
| Maths | 0.7 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 36 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 18 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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