Ruskin Junior School

About Ruskin Junior School

Ruskin Junior School is a large, vibrant, and friendly junior school where our core beliefs centre around instilling a love of and a passion for learning. We believe in teaching skills, sharing knowledge and creating an environment from which special memories and moments can be taken away and cherished for a lifetime.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Andrew Beadnell

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

14.9

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

50.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School Experience"

My son has been attending Ruskin Junior School for a year now and it's been an amazing experience. The teachers are supportive and the facilities are top-notch, particularly the outdoor play area. The 'Big Idea' concept is so engaging and my son loves coming to school every day.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James T

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Great School with a Warm Welcome"

We visited Ruskin Junior School a few months ago and were immediately drawn to the friendly atmosphere. The headteacher's welcome message really resonated with us, and we've been impressed with the school's commitment to values like kindness and responsibility. Our son has settled in well and is thriving.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah K

Parent Mar 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings about Ruskin Junior"

We've been at Ruskin Junior School for a few months now, and while the school has a lot of potential, we've not been entirely impressed. The facilities are excellent, but we've had some concerns about the consistency of teaching and the value of homework. We're still giving it a chance, but it's been a bit of a mixed bag so far.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Laura G

Parent Oct 1, 2021

4.0

"A Memorable School Experience"

I have fond memories of my time at Ruskin Junior School with my son. The teachers were always supportive, and the extracurricular activities, like the forest school, were a highlight. While there were some minor issues with communication, overall, it was a great experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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