Gooseacre Primary Academy
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
353
AGES
2 - 11
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Academy sponsor led
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This pupil heat map shows where pupils currently attending the school live.
The concentration of pupils shows likelihood of admission based on distance criteria

Source: All attending pupils National School Census Data, ONS
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This School Guide heat map has been plotted using official pupil data taken from the last School Census collected by the Department for Education. It is a visualisation of where pupils lived at the time of the annual School Census.

Our heat maps use groups of postcodes, not individual postcodes, and have naturally soft edges. All pupils are included in the mapping (i.e. children with siblings already at the school, high priority pupils and selective and/or religious admissions) but we may have removed statistical ‘outliers’ with more remote postcodes that do not reflect majority admissions.

For some schools, the heat map may be a useful indicator of the catchment area but our heat maps are not the same as catchment area maps. Catchment area maps, published by the school or local authority, are based on geographical admissions criteria and show actual cut-off distances and pre-defined catchment areas for a single admission year.

This information is provided as a guide only. The criteria in which schools use to allocate places in the event that they are oversubscribed can and do vary between schools and over time. These criteria can include distance from the school and sometimes specific catchment areas but can also include, amongst others, priority for siblings, children of a particular faith or specific feeder schools. Living in an area where children have previously attended a school does not guarantee admission to the school in future years. Always check with the school’s own admission authority for the current admission arrangements.

3 steps to help parents gather catchment information for a school:

  1. Look at our school catchment area guide for more information on heat maps. They give a useful indicator of the general areas that admit pupils to the school. This visualisation is based on all attending pupils present at the time of the annual School Census.
  2. Use the link to the Local Authority Contact (above) to find catchment area information based on a single admission year. This is very important if you are considering applying to a school.
  3. On each school page, use the link to visit the school website and find information on individual school admissions criteria. Geographical criteria are only applied after pupils have been admitted on higher priority criteria such as Looked After Children, SEN, siblings, etc.

How Does The School Perform?

Good
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(11/03/2020)
Full Report - All Reports
44%
NATIONAL AVG. 60%
% pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics



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UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 8% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 11% of schools in England) Average (About 59% of schools in England) Above Average (About 11% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England)
Gooseacre Avenue
Off Merrill Road
Thurnscoe
Rotherham
S63 0NU
01709893569

School Description

Gooseacre Primary Academy is a happy, caring community. Pupils thrive here. There is a buzz of excitement in classrooms as pupils join in eagerly with activities. Pupils respond commendably to staff’s high expectations of them. Pupils are keen to learn and behave well. Leaders have ensured that the curriculum helps most pupils to achieve well. Staff, pupils and parents agree that the school provides a safe place, where children achieve well. A variety of extra-curricular opportunities help to enrich pupils’ learning. These include visits, residentials, sporting activities and outdoor learning opportunities. Pupils willingly take on extra responsibilities, including becoming student councillors and eco warriors. Pupils talk with pride about improving the school’s outdoor spaces. Many pupils take part in community projects, such as litter picking and singing at residential homes. Pupils understand and follow the school’s values of resilience, empathy, aspiration, contribution and happiness. Pupils are friendly and polite. With a cheerful smile, they hold doors open for adults. Everyone gets along. Pupils look after each other. When pupils become upset, their friends often direct them towards an adult. Pupils know the difference between bullying and falling out. They say that both are uncommon. Pupils are confident that adults will help to resolve any of their concerns. What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? The headteacher is passionate about pupils’ entitlement to a well-rounded education. With her governing body and senior leadership team, she has transformed the curriculum. A strong culture of learning and achievement runs through the school. Pupils receive a good quality of education. Over time, Year 6 pupils’ attainment and progress in reading, writing and mathematics have been above the national averages. Consequently, pupils are well prepared for secondary school. Leaders have thoughtfully redesigned the curriculum in each subject. They have carefully identified what pupils need to learn. Curriculum leaders are passionate about their roles. They organise what pupils learn in a logical order. They ensure that teachers know what to teach and when. In most subjects, teachers have good subject knowledge. They build on what pupils already know. Pupils are confident and can tackle increasingly demanding work across the curriculum. Pupils achieve well, particularly in mathematics. Pupils’ work is of a good quality in a range of subjects. Yet, in a small number of subjects such as art and modern foreign languages, curriculum plans are less developed. As a result, some pupils have gaps in their knowledge and understanding in these subjects. Leaders have well-considered plans in place to address this. Inspection report: Gooseacre Primary Academy 11–12 March 2020 2 Leaders put reading at the heart of pupils’ learning. The teaching of phonics is well organised and planned. Staff who teach phonics are experts in this area, modelling sounds clearly and accurately. They receive high-quality ongoing training. In the early years, children start to develop secure phonics knowledge. By the end of Reception, most children can use their phonics knowledge effectively for reading and spelling. Pupils who fall behind in their reading receive extra support. However, some pupils do not receive precise support to help them catch up quickly enough. Teachers ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) get the right support to help them achieve well. Pupils enjoy school and behave well. Most pupils attend school regularly. Effective systems and rewards are in place to encourage families to bring their children to school. Leaders continue to make improving pupils’ attendance a top priority. In the early years, children are safe and happy. They settle in well because staff are caring. Adults are highly skilled and knowledgeable about how young children learn. Children engage in a wide range of activities to help their development. Adult-led learning helps children develop their communication skills. Children socialise well. During the inspection, children excitedly explored numbers using resources to count to 20. Children show a love of learning. Pupils’ personal, social and emotional development is a strength of the school. Pupils learn about friendships, health and well-being. They show respectful and tolerant attitudes. Pupils access an interesting range of school clubs including cooking, using iPads and writing. Governors know the school well. They understand the school’s strengths and what needs to improve. Leaders listen to the views of staff. As a result, staff feel well supported by leaders. They are proud to work at the school. Safeguarding The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The Trust oversees the school’s safeguarding arrangements. Leaders and governors make sure that safeguarding is a high priority. The right checks are completed on staff before they start to work at the school. Staff know that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff receive regular safeguarding training. They are knowledgeable about keeping pupils safe. Leaders and staff are vigilant. Leaders responsible for safeguarding know pupils and their families well. They are tenacious when there are any concerns about the welfare of pupils. They secure timely and effective help from outside agencies when required. As a result, there is a strong culture of safeguarding.

Gooseacre Primary Academy Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>56, "agree"=>31, "disagree"=>9, "strongly_disagree"=>3, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>56, "agree"=>31, "disagree"=>3, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>3} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>34, "agree"=>38, "disagree"=>13, "strongly_disagree"=>9, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>50, "strongly_agree"=>3, "agree"=>13, "disagree"=>13, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>16} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>50, "agree"=>31, "disagree"=>9, "strongly_disagree"=>9, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>34, "strongly_agree"=>22, "agree"=>16, "disagree"=>13, "strongly_disagree"=>9, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>22, "agree"=>22, "disagree"=>22, "strongly_disagree"=>33, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 10 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>44, "agree"=>31, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>13, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>47, "agree"=>34, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>9, "dont_know"=>3} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>44, "agree"=>34, "disagree"=>9, "strongly_disagree"=>9, "dont_know"=>3} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>41, "agree"=>44, "disagree"=>3, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>50, "agree"=>28, "disagree"=>9, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>28, "agree"=>41, "disagree"=>16, "strongly_disagree"=>9, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020
Yes No {"yes"=>75, "no"=>25} UNLOCK Figures based on 32 responses up to 13-03-2020

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