Alvaston Junior Academy

A requires improvement academy converter school in Derby. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Alvaston Junior Academy.

Derby, DE240PU Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 7-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

43

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
39.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 46.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
3 July 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Elvaston Lane
Alvaston
Derby, DE240PU
Phone
1332571321
Website
alvaston.theharmonytrust.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
145759
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Elvaston Lane, Alvaston, Derby, DE24 0PU
Website
www.alvaston.theharmonytrust.org
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE HARMONY TRUST LTD
Capacity
360 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
330
Free School Meals
38.5% (127 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.3% (11 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
46.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
101.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 102.0
2023 102.0 103.0

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
66
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
330 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Believe Achieve Succeed"

Provide excellent primary education Prepare children for the next phase of education and for later life Address challenges facing children and communities around disadvantage and social mobility Ensure that parents are 'partners in learning' and in the life of the Academy and the Trust Learning Matters – ‘learning with, from and on behalf of others’ Committed to growth, but only when we are confident of success for children, parents, and staff Believing that outcomes improve when schools invest in their staff and collaboration

Head Teacher's Message

Alvaston Junior Academy is described as a successful, vibrant school with high expectations, a highly motivated and committed staff, and a strong ethos. It emphasises a partnership with parents and alignment with The Harmony Trust motto, Believe Achieve Succeed, as part of a Great Place to Learn.

Facilities

Large playing field Large playground Trim trail Rock climbing area Quiet garden Two halls Inclusion Hub

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wrap Around Care includes Breakfast Club opening at 7:30am with breakfast options, and After School Club open until 6:00pm. Breakfast Club costs £4.50 per session; After School Club costs £6 per session. All places must be booked and paid for via ParentPay 48 hours in advance. The provision accepts childcare vouchers and HMRC tax-free childcare schemes. Breakfast provides healthy options ( cereals, toast, bagels, fruit ) and After School Club offers activities such as arts & crafts, board games, construction toys, outdoor play (weather permitting), dance, films and sports. Safety and safeguarding are observed, and inclusions are made for dietary needs.

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