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Alumwell Junior School
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Alumwell Junior School
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- Walsall WS2 9UP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Prioritised reading with a well-sequenced curriculum and key vocabulary
Success of the Curriculum: Broad and ambitious but not clearly identified in all subjects
Areas Needing Improvement: Subjects need clearer knowledge identification for better learning
Performance in Maths & Reading: Good understanding of what to teach in most subjects
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils receive support if they fall behind in reading
Behaviour and Attitudes: Calm, considerate and rarely disrupt learning
Support for SEND Pupils: Quick identification and appropriate help ensure achievement
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and managed well when it occurs
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding with strong understanding and training
Parent Feedback: Parents express positive views about the school
Extracurricular Activities: Clubs include singing, board games, and multi-sports
Outdoor Facilities: Opportunities for playing musical instruments
Teacher Engagement: Design lessons that build on existing knowledge
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers extend understanding and address misconceptions
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Systematic behaviour approach helps in teaching quality
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subject leaders are in early stages of development
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Alumwell Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 360 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 43% 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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Everyone must strive for "Excellence and Enjoyment," including students, employees, parents, and governors.
We put a lot of focus on pushing and encouraging each student to achieve excellence.
Equal priority is given to protecting and ensuring the welfare of your children.
When Ofsted visited our school in 2018, they gave us a positive review. Students are courteous, prudent, mature, and caring.
Students are eager to learn, participate, and succeed in lessons.
January 2018 Ofsted report
They are cherished classmates who are essential to the atmosphere and life of the school.
The "Cadmus Family of Schools" includes Alumwell in its membership.
The mission of "Excellence and Enjoyment for Everyone" is at the core of all we do at Alumwell, and the team is eager to engage with students and their families to realise this vision.
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We put a lot of focus on pushing and encouraging each student to achieve excellence.
Equal priority is given to protecting and ensuring the welfare of your children.
When Ofsted visited our school in 2018, they gave us a positive review. Students are courteous, prudent, mature, and caring.
Students are eager to learn, participate, and succeed in lessons.
January 2018 Ofsted report
They are cherished classmates who are essential to the atmosphere and life of the school.
The "Cadmus Family of Schools" includes Alumwell in its membership.
The mission of "Excellence and Enjoyment for Everyone" is at the core of all we do at Alumwell, and the team is eager to engage with students and their families to realise this vision.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.2 | - | 20.7 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 111 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 107 | 102 |
| 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 | 102 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 99 | 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 | 43% | 56.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 5.69% | 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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 | 102 3 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 4 | 97 | 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 | 58% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 3 | 6.75% | 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 | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.1 | Below 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 4 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 4 | 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 | 64% 23 | 57.79% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 2 | 5.6% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 101 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 95 | 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 | 41% | 51.33% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 4.54% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | Below 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Alumwell Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1