Cottesmore Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Kendrew Barracks Cottesmore Oakham Rutland LE15 7BA |
| Phone | 01572812278 |
| Reference Number | 142401 |
Cottesmore Academy has demonstrated a solid performance during its recent inspection, being rated as good in all areas assessed. The school has made notable strides since its last inspection, moving up from a previous grade of requires improvement. The well-structured curriculum emphasizes reading and mathematical skills, allowing pupils to engage actively and enthusiastically in their learning. The school serves a unique demographic with a high proportion of pupils from military families, and its extensive support programs help manage the emotional and educational needs of these students effectively.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 135 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.07%
Girls: 45.93% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 13.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 20.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 | 13 | 25 |
| 2 | 11 | 5 | 16 |
| 3 | 13 | 6 | 19 |
| 4 | 11 | 12 | 23 |
| 5 | 9 | 12 | 21 |
| 6 | 7 | 2 | 9 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 81.5% |
| African | 6.7% |
| Caribbean | 2.2% |
| Asian, Other | 2.2% |
| White, Other | 1.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 May 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 May 2022 | School inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2018 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate pride in their school and its values.
- Leaders and staff have high expectations for students' learning and behaviour.
- The curriculum is well-sequenced and supports deep understanding.
- Reading is prioritized, with effective early reading instruction.
- Pupils with SEND receive appropriate support and achieve well.
- Children in the early years are well-prepared for Year 1.
- Strong personal development programs foster resilience and respect.
- A supportive and cohesive staff team contributes to a positive environment.
Areas for Improvement
- In some subjects, the curriculum lacks clarity on the key knowledge needed at each stage.
- Not all subject leaders have effectively monitored curriculum implementation due to limited opportunities.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
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 | 100 | ||
| Maths | 101 |
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 | 0.4 | ||
| Writing | 0.8 | ||
| Maths | 1.3 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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St Nicholas Church of England Primary School
Mill Lane, Cottesmore, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7DL |
0.8 miles |
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Exton and Greetham CofE Primary School
Garden Road, Exton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8AY |
2.62 miles |
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South Witham Academy
Water Lane, South Witham, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG33 5PH |
2.96 miles |
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Oakham CofE Primary School
Burley Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6GY |
4.45 miles |
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English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy
Willow Crescent, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6EH |
4.51 miles |
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St Peter's Church of England Primary School Wymondham
Glebe Lane, Wymondham, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 2AF |
4.69 miles |
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Empingham Church of England Primary School
School Lane, Empingham, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8PQ |
4.7 miles |
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Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School
1 Burley Road, Langham, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7HY |
4.73 miles |
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Brooke Priory School
Station Approach, Oakham, LE15 6QW |
4.77 miles |
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Whissendine Church of England Primary School
Main Street, Whissendine, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7ET |
4.92 miles |
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Buckminster Primary School
School Lane, Buckminster, Buckminster Primary School, Grantham, Leicestershire, NG33 5RZ |
4.96 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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The Shires
Shires Lane, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7GT |
2.42 miles |
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Oakham School
Chapel Close, Oakham, LE15 6DT |
4.79 miles |
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The Shires at Oakham
3 Uppingham Road, Oakham, Rutland, Should be blank, LE15 6JB |
4.92 miles |
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Catmose College
Huntsmans Drive, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RP |
4.98 miles |