The Ferns Primary Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Bolton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Ferns Primary Academy.

Bolton, BL40DA Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

59

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
73.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 87.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
40.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 3.0%
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
8 June 2016
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
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
Plodder Lane
Farnworth
Bolton, BL40DA
Phone
1204471277
Website
tfa.northerneducationtrust.org/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138399
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Plodder Lane, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0DA
Website
https://tfa.northerneducationtrust.org/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420 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
457
Free School Meals
38.2% (175 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.0% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
87.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
3.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
87.0 (+28.2 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 107.0
2023 107.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
51
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
457 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Outcomes Focused, Child Centred"

We care passionately about the education and welfare of young people We believe that all young people, irrespective of background or ability will be successful in our Trust We are not and will never be selective. We believe that local schools are for all children We are always inclusive. Our mechanisms to support the most vulnerable child to succeed and overcome barriers to learning are a key aspect of our work Our approach to education recognises that outcomes are paramount and also allows children to gain experiences and values which prepare them fully for life in modern Britain. This includes workplace skills and appropriate advice for future progression We have high expectations of behaviour We adopt the local authority admissions protocol and work closely with them We would always wish to act in such a way that has a positive effect on a neighbouring school or community. We care passionately about children in all schools, not just our own That all employees act with integrity and embrace the value that ‘we are the Trust’ We work regionally and nationally to develop approaches to MAT improvement that influence the wider school-led system

Head Teacher's Message

I am incredibly proud and profoundly delighted to be able to offer you a warm welcome to Northern Education Trust, The Ferns Primary Academy.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Phonics Intervention Sports’ Club Mini Arts & Crafts Fun and Games Starbooks MTC workshop Y6 boosters Arts and Crafts Woodlands Sing and Shine – The Ferns Choir Brain Games Spanish

Sports

Sports’ Club

Facilities

Academy Hall

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum is built on the three ‘E’s’: entitlement, enrichment and element Retrieval practice forms part of regular teaching to allow pupils to secure long term knowledge Subject disciplines are organised (art, geography, history, etc.) to enable careful planning and progression Knowledge is empowering and more is learned as students know more; curriculum is reviewed to maintain high standards Entitlement: core classroom offer; Enrichment: closing the gap with hands-on learning; Element: opportunities to pursue subjects of interest

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Tea Club (Wraparound care) runs Monday to Friday, 3:05pm to 6pm. Venue: Academy Hall. £8.50 per day – must be booked via ParentPay in 24 hours in advance.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions to The Ferns Primary Academy are controlled by Northern Education Trust/Bolton Local Authority; places are allocated using a fair and objective method; initial allocations prioritize children with a statement of SEN naming the school; contact the admissions team at 01204 333333 or [email protected]

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