Barnby and North Cove Community Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | The Street Barnby Beccles Suffolk NR34 7QB |
| Phone | 01502476230 |
| Reference Number | 144828 |
Barnby and North Cove Community Primary School has performed well in its first inspection, receiving a 'Good' rating across all areas evaluated. The school boasts an ambitious curriculum that supports pupils in becoming proficient readers and understanding their place in the world. The learning environment fosters safe and happy interactions among students, with effective behavior management and ample extra-curricular activities that enrich the students' experience. Feedback from pupils and parents reflects well on the staff's support and the school's commitment to high-quality education. However, attendance remains a concern, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, which needs to be addressed to ensure they achieve their full potential.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 78 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.13%
Girls: 44.87% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 22.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 11.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 13 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 11.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 2 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 3 | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| 4 | 8 | 6 | 14 |
| 5 | 5 | 8 | 13 |
| 6 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 96.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.3% |
| White & Asian | 1.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Feb 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Feb 2022 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Ambitious curriculum that encourages broad knowledge.
- Effective early reading programs supported by the trust.
- Strong behavior management leading to a safe and supportive environment.
- Wide range of extra-curricular activities.
- Good collaboration with parents on pupil support.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment systems by teachers leading to some misconceptions.
- Low attendance rates, particularly among SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
- Some parent dissatisfaction with school communication.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 33% | ||
| 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 | 107 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
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 | 1.4 | ||
| Writing | 4 | ||
| Maths | -1.9 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 4 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 2 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
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Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Garden Lane, Worlingham, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7SB |
1.81 miles |
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Carlton Colville Primary School
Gisleham Road, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8DG |
2.38 miles |
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Beccles Primary Academy
Ellough Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7AB |
2.42 miles |
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The Old School
Toad Row, Beccles, NR34 7LG |
2.62 miles |
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Grove Primary School
Framfield Road, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8RQ |
2.67 miles |
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Ravensmere Infant School
Fredericks Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9UL |
2.99 miles |
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The Albert Pye Community Primary School
Frederick's Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9UL |
3 miles |
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Elm Tree Primary School
Ranworth Avenue, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9HN |
3.29 miles |
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St Benet's Catholic Primary School
Ringsfield Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9PQ |
3.33 miles |
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Dell Primary School
Dell Road, Oulton Broad, Dell Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9NU |
3.49 miles |
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Oulton Broad Primary School
Christmas Lane, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 3JX |
3.6 miles |
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Westwood Primary School
Westwood Avenue, Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9RR |
3.64 miles |
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Pakefield Primary School
London Road, Pakefield, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7AQ |
3.83 miles |
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Kessingland Church of England Primary Academy
Field Lane, Kessingland, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7QA |
3.96 miles |
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The Limes Primary Academy
Lime Avenue, Oulton, Lowestoft, NR32 3BQ |
4.18 miles |
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Phoenix St Peter Academy
Enstone Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, Suffolk, NR33 0NE |
4.27 miles |
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Gillingham St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
The Boundaries, Geldeston Road, Gillingham, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 0HT |
4.36 miles |
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Ringsfield Church of England Primary School
School Road, Ringsfield, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8NZ |
4.36 miles |
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Red Oak Primary School
Southwell Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0RZ |
4.46 miles |
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St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School
Kirkley Cliff Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0DG |
4.49 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Sunrise Academy
Church Lane, Lowestoft, NR33 8AX |
2.27 miles |
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Beccles High School
Castle Hill, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7BQ |
2.69 miles |
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Warren School
Clarkes Lane, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, NR33 8HT |
2.83 miles |
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Sir John Leman High School
Ringsfield Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9PG |
3.33 miles |
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Pakefield High School
London Road Pakefield, Pakefield, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7AQ |
3.7 miles |
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East Point Academy
Kirkley Run, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0UQ |
4.09 miles |