Abbey Infants' School

A good academy converter school in Darlington. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Abbey Infants' School.

Darlington, DL38JA Ofsted: Good Age 4-7 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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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
16 November 2022
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
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
Cleveland Terrace
Darlington, DL38JA

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136988
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Cleveland Terrace, Darlington, DL3 8JA
Age range
4-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
MELROSE LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
270 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
270
Free School Meals
3.7% (10 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.3%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
4.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
4.4 (13.1 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
3.7 (2.9 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
68
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
270 pupils
4-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Aim High // Work Hard // Achieve Together"

Inclusion Values Centred Learning Centred Caring and Supportive

Head Teacher's Message

Abbey is an inclusive and caring school where every child is known, valued, and celebrated. The school aims to provide a safe, happy, and inspiring environment where every child feels they belong and can flourish. The vision is Aim High // Work Hard // Achieve Together.

Curriculum Highlights

Dynamic & Innovative Curriculum Celebrate Success High Expectations Well organized and systematic Accountable at all levels Community oriented Inclusion Values Centred Learning Centred Caring and Supportive

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wrap Around Care including Breakfast Club, After School Club and Holiday Club.

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