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Barkisland CofE VA Primary School
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Barkisland CofE VA Primary School
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- Ripponden HX4 0BD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
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Success of the Curriculum: Plans for subjects like English, mathematics, and science show clear sequencing, aiding pupil development.
Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritized with well-trained staff, but practice books don't always match phonics knowledge. Maths work is well sequenced but some pupils lack support in completing activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Geography and modern foreign languages curriculum need more detailed planning and sequencing.
Support for Falling Behind: Phonics teachers are well trained, and most pupils get the support they need to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, well-behaved, and cooperative. Concerns about bullying are addressed quickly by staff.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading has high priority; most students who fall behind receive support. Some struggle with fluency due to mismatched practice books.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils are supported with additional adult help and adapted resources, promoting independence.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying incidents are managed quickly and effectively. Staff are well trained in safeguarding.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: 'Keeping safe' week helps pupils recognize and deal with risks. Parents feel their children are safe and well cared for.
Parent Feedback: Most parents say they know their children are safe and well cared for.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a range of sports, musical instrument lessons, and extra responsibilities such as school council and eco-council.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers adapt their teaching based on regular checks of pupils' work, meeting individual needs.
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Barkisland CofE VA Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 190 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 58% 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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Barkisland School, rooted in a firm Christian base and a loving Christian environment, providing an ideal context for growth and for providing a rich, broad, balanced curriculum entitlement for pupils. our ethos and instruction on Christian principles without pressuring others to believe. to encourage close ties between the community, the church, and the school. to give people the chance to learn about and explore Christianity, as well as to promote tolerance and respect for other major world religions. This is our School SEND Information Report, which is in accordance with the 2018 SEND Code of Practice.
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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 |
C
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.4 | 25.8 | 22.5 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 104 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 102 | 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 | 58% | 58.91% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.96% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 106 3 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 60% 6 | 61.72% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% | 8.51% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | 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 | 103 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 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 | 54% 13 | 59.37% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.83% | 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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.9 | 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 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 99 | 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 | 67% | 59.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.43% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below Average |
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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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Barkisland CofE VA Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
