Lytchett Matravers Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Lytchett Matravers Poole Dorset BH16 6DY |
| Phone | 01202622378 |
| Reference Number | 146475 |
Lytchett Matravers Primary School has been assessed as good overall in its first inspection since converting to an academy in 2018. The school promotes a happy and safe environment where strong relationships foster a supportive atmosphere for learning. Leadership is a notable strength, with a focus on high-quality education and inclusivity, ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, are well-supported. The curriculum is well-planned, and leaders have effectively addressed previous weaknesses, particularly in reading, enhancing teachers' skills and strategies in the process.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 500 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.6%
Girls: 49.4% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 31.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36 | 24 | 60 |
| 2 | 27 | 30 | 57 |
| 3 | 33 | 29 | 62 |
| 4 | 34 | 30 | 64 |
| 5 | 30 | 33 | 63 |
| 6 | 29 | 37 | 66 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90.6% |
| Unclassified | 5% |
| White, Other | 1.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| White & Asian | 0.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% |
| 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 Jun 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Jun 2023 | School inspection: |
| 16 Nov 2018 | Academy conversion letter |
| 11 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Lytchett Matravers Primary School | |
| 11 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 19 Sep 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 19 Sep 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2001 | Full inspection |
| 25 Sep 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong senior leadership fostering an aspirational culture for pupils.
- High-quality curriculum that includes a focus on physical education and a variety of clubs.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Robust plans to quickly address weaknesses in pupil outcomes.
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers' expectations are not consistently high across all subjects.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. 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. | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 11 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 9 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 2 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 16 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 11 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 11 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 11 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 15 | 1 |
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 68% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 11% |
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 | 106 | ||
| Maths | 105 |
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 | 0.5 | ||
| Writing | 0.2 | ||
| Maths | -0.6 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 31 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 15 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 19 | 2 |
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