Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

A good academy converter school in Southend-on-Sea. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Hamstel Infant School and Nursery.

Southend-On-Sea, SS24PQ Ofsted: Good Age 3-7 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

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
21 May 2013
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Hamstel Road
Southend-On-Sea, SS24PQ

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143340
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Hamstel Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 4PQ
Age range
3-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
PORTICO ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
390 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
423
Free School Meals
28.9% (122 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.5% (15 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
28 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
85
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
423 pupils
3-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"opening doors, unlocking potential"

We Care Working Together Enthusiasm and Determination Caring Aspiring Respecting Effort and Resilience

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Hamstel Infant School and Nursery. We are a thriving hub of infant and early years education on a shared site with our partner junior school and on-site Children and Family Centre. We are part of the Portico Academy Trust and guided by our core values 'We Care', which emphasize care for each child and for the school community. The school is committed to safeguarding and welfare, with leadership led by Mr S. Roche (Principal). Our vision and values emphasize providing the best learning opportunities and developing confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Premier Education Bricks4Kidz LEGO club Singing Club Dance Club Hamstel Staff clubs

Facilities

Rainbow Room (Autistic Resource Base EY) Starlight Room (Autistic Resource Base KS1) The Nest (Nurture Base) Large Children’s Centre Room (used for Breakfast & After School Club)

Curriculum Highlights

Art DT Geography Maths English Music History Outdoor Learning PE PSHE RE Oracy Science Phonics Online Safety The Daily Kilometre

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club: Munchies Breakfast Club runs daily from 7:45am in the large Children’s Centre Room. Entrance through the main front entrance. Cost is £3.50 per day. Booking and payment in advance via Arbor. After School Club: Daily Extended After School Club runs daily from 3:00pm to 5:45pm (with a 4:15pm-5:45pm option). Also a 4:15-5:45 session including a light tea for those attending a club first. Booking via Arbor and payment via ParentPay. Fees: £11 per session (3:20–5:45 with Tea), £7 for 3:20–4:30 (no Tea), £7 for 4:15–5:45 (with Tea). Breakfast and After School clubs are hosted in the large Children’s Centre Room; bookings and terms referenced in club policies on the school website.

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