Newton Leys Primary School

A good community school school in Milton Keynes. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Newton Leys Primary School.

Milton Keynes, MK35GG Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

57

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
50.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 59.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
54.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 9.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
18 June 2019
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
San Andres Drive
Newton Leys
Milton Keynes, MK35GG
Phone
1908630253
Website
newtonleysprimary.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
135270
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
San Andres Drive, Newton Leys, Milton Keynes, MK3 5GG
Website
www.newtonleysprimary.org
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
589
Free School Meals
21.8% (128 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.2% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
59.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
9.0%
Reading Score:
104.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 104.0
2023 105.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
65
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
589 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.0 per year)

Down -2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"NURTURE - EXCEL - ACHIEVE"

Sensitive Motivated Aspiring Resilient Truthful

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Emma Donoghue states, 'I very much look forward to welcoming you to our school and community.'

Facilities

Dedicated kitchen and catering team Purpose-built Early Years classrooms Early Years outdoor area accessible throughout the day On-site Breakfast and Tea Clubs Holiday Club Nursery and Reception share access to the Early Years outdoor area

Curriculum Highlights

Child-centered, positive and stimulating curriculum Broad and balanced National Curriculum Use of Rosenshine’s principles and other pedagogical research to maintain high expectations Nurture, Achieve and Excel culture Focus on developing curiosity, resilience and lifelong learning; partnership with parents

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club: 7:30am–8:30am (includes a light breakfast) £4.50. Tea Club: 3:00pm–5:00pm (includes an afternoon tea) £7.50; 3:00pm–6:00pm £10.50. Bookings via School Gateway up to 12 noon the previous day; breakfast club can be booked up until 7am on the required day. Holiday Club: 8:00am–5:00pm (subject to minimum numbers); full day £35. Childcare vouchers and Tax Free Childcare accepted; terms and conditions available via linked pages.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are coordinated by Milton Keynes council. Nursery admission notes indicate priority for children living in the Newton Leys catchment area and those with siblings at the school; visits can be arranged via the school office.

Financial Information

Nursery fees £5 per hour. For meals, £2.40 per day for a healthy two-course hot meal is available.

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