The Ferrars Academy

A good academy converter school in Luton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Ferrars Academy.

Luton, LU40LL Ofsted: Good Age 3-7 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

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

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KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
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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
17 May 2017
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
Macaulay Road
Luton, LU40LL
Phone
1582573641
Website
theferrarsacademy.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139612
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Macaulay Road, Luton, LU4 0LL
Website
www.theferrarsacademy.co.uk/
Age range
3-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
PIONEER LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
374 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
335
Free School Meals
12.6% (42 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.9% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.0%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
14.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
14.2 (3.3 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
67
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
335 pupils
3-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Believe You Can"

Confidence Determination Friendship Cooperation Independence Courage Democracy The rule of law Liberty Respect Tolerance Believe You Can

Religious Education is taught; British Values include Democracy, The rule of law, Liberty, Respect and Tolerance. Assemblies are held daily and there are celebrations linked to different faiths and events (Harvest, Christmas, Divali, Eid, etc.). Visits to places of Worship and other faith-related activities are part of the school’s approach.

Head Teacher's Message

Principal Miss Sarah Green welcomes visitors; describes The Ferrars Academy as forward-thinking with a safe, secure and stimulating environment, supported by an extended facility (Round Room) for intervention groups and a strong curriculum and teaching ethos; invites parents to arrange visits.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

art computing gardening music drama cookery sports clubs

Sports

sports clubs

Facilities

Computing Suite (modern) Design and Technology room pond area Round Room

Curriculum Highlights

Growth Mindset Phonics Long Term Curriculum Overview Curriculum Webs Blended Learning

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound Care is run by school staff and available for Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. The Early Birds session runs from 7:45am to the start of the school day, and Night Owls runs in two sessions: from the end of school to 4:00pm and from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Booking is via ParentMail and can be made up to midnight for the following day. The service provides a range of healthy breakfast/snack options and activities in the Round Room.

SEND Provision

The Ferrars Academy has a designated SENDCO (Vice Principal/SENDCO: Mrs Sarah Kelly).

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