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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: Teaching strategies and curriculum improvements lead to good and rapid progress across key stages.
Foundational Skills: New methods in key stage 1 have improved reading but phonics attainment remains below average.
Areas Needing Improvement: Increase challenge for most-able pupils and reduce legacy of underachievement.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers use assessment information well and provide appropriate support to ensure progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are motivated with positive attitudes towards their education, and bullying is rare.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Better progress in mathematics and writing than in reading; curriculum changes are helping.
Support for SEND Pupils: Funding is used well, leading to good progress for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong safeguarding culture and pupils feel safe; bullying and derogatory language are extremely rare.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff prioritize emotional well-being and ensure a caring atmosphere, promoting respect and self-confidence.
Parent Feedback: Parents express that their children feel safe in school and appreciate the care provided.
Parental Involvement: Strong engagement through 鈥楽tay and play鈥� sessions and parent forums.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of sports and additional activities, including educational visits that enhance learning.
Teacher Engagement: Staff benefit from regular and effective training, appreciated by the teaching staff.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching has led to substantial improvement in progress, especially in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on performance ensure teaching quality remains consistently good.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Higher challenge needed for most-able students to reach above-average standards.
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About Us
Alt Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 322 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 34% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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My name is Michelle Dickens, and I'm honoured to serve as our school's executive principal. Being a mom myself, I am aware of how crucial choosing the appropriate school is for your kid. If you decide to send your child to our school, you have given us one of the most significant and fulfilling tasks in the world: the responsibility for their education and care. At Alt Academy, we want our students to be capable of making thoughtful decisions and to have the self-assurance to stand up for what they believe to be right. We are seeking to be recognised as a "Rights Respecting School" as part of our school's mission to encourage a joyful and prosperous learning environment. On behalf of UNICEF, this honour is granted to schools. The "Rights Respecting School" award (RRSA) will assist our students in developing into self-assured, compassionate, and responsible young people in both the classroom and the larger community. Our students, your children, learn about their rights while also learning the value of respecting others' rights and their duties. For Alt to guarantee that our kids receive the greatest support possible to prepare them for their future lives, collaboration with parents, families, and the community is essential. I am convinced that if we cooperate, we can accomplish our goals.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A+
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.2 | 20.7 | 25.9 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | - | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 100 | - | 103 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 99 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 101 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 34% | 54.41% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 4.29% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 45% 12 | 61.11% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 5 | 7.75% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.3 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 103 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 57% 7 | 63.33% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 5 | 6.97% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 97 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% | 56.12% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 5.49% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.3 | Well Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Alt Academy
Local authority ratio 24 : 1
