Gillas Lane Primary Academy
| Type | Primary |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Seaton Avenue Houghton le Spring Tyne and Wear DH5 8EH |
| Phone | 01915005956 |
| Reference Number | 143493 |
Description
betaGillas Lane Primary Academy is a primary school located in the Durham DH5 8EH postal district. Established as a values-driven institution, the school is known for its commitment to ensuring every child reaches their full potential. Facts about Gillas Lane Primary:
- Ages Served: Students range from ages 3 to 11, covering Early Years and Key Stages 1 and 2.
- Total Capacity: The school has a capacity of 300 pupils, accommodating students over two forms of entry, each form containing approximately 24 children.
- School Type: Gillas Lane is a 'Mainstream School'.
- Leadership: The school is led by Executive Headteacher Mrs J. Donaldson and Head of School Miss Sophie Lungley.
- Official Body: The school is maintained by Durham County Council and is part of the Northern Education Trust Multi-Academy Trust.
- Academic Performance: Gillas Lane Primary Academy ranks in the top 25% when compared to similar schools in England for Attainment 8 score and Progress 8 score.
- Pupil Progress: For pupils joining the school without Key Stage 1 results, Gillas Lane surpasses the average pupil progress made at comparable schools in England.
- Specialized Support: The school offers additional language support, providing specialist practitioners who work specifically with students requiring help with English.
- Inclusive Environment: Gillas Lane provides numerous enrichment opportunities, including a weekly SEND dance and yoga club.
- Governance: The school is governed by a Local Governing Body, which works alongside the DfE, Ofsted, and Trust requirements to ensure the strategic and financial management of the institution.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 136 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.41%
Girls: 45.59% |
Year Groups
| Year | Number of pupils |
|---|---|
| 1 | 16 |
| 2 | 18 |
| 3 | 16 |
| 4 | 15 |
| 5 | 19 |
| 6 | 21 |
| Ofsted Rating | This school has not had a rating yet. |
| Last Inspection Date | 2019-07-22 |
| Date | Description | Report |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-07-03 | Short inspection | Short inspection |
| 2016-10-06 | Academy conversion letter | Academy conversion letter |
| Previously as Gillas Lane Primary School | ||
| 2013-12-04 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2012-06-26 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2008-11-19 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2005-11-23 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2000-06-19 | Full inspection | Full inspection |
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 | 105 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
| Maths | 103 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
Progress Scores
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.1 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
| Writing | 0.7 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
| Maths | 0.4 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
How many students meet the standards
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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.
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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.