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Burnley Road Academy | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Burnley Road Academy
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Burnley Road Academy
- Primary
- Hebden Royd HX7 5DE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a high priority within the school; pupils begin to learn phonic sounds from the start.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils study a curriculum that is ambitious, well designed and rewarding.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leaders should ensure that all staff use the agreed phonics approaches and provide additional training/support where necessary.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Inspectors carried out deep dives into reading and mathematics; reading is a high priority.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers routinely check past knowledge, adjusting their teaching when gaps are identified.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in classrooms and social times; respectful of others' views.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders ensure those with additional needs get the support they need to study the full curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is extremely rare. Pupils know they should tell an adult if bullying happens.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The safety and well-being of pupils is first in the minds of staff.
Parent Feedback: Parents can give their opinion on Ofsted Parent View. Inspectors met parents at the end of the school day.
Parental Involvement: Using online meetings, pupils have had the chance to ask questions of religious leaders.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils benefit from a range of extra-curricular clubs offered by the school.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers involved in the curriculum design ensure effective decision-making.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers check pupils' prior knowledge, adjusting their teaching as needed.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders monitor effectiveness using small focus groups and structured conversations.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers temporarily or new to the school may struggle with the curriculum planning.
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About Us
Burnley Road Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 190 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1.
At this school, 54% 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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Welcome to the webpage for Burnley Road Academy. I hope you enjoy your stay and have time to explore. The website is routinely updated and has a wealth of information about the work we conduct. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you can't locate the information you need. A highly committed and qualified staff at Burnley Road Academy is committed to assisting and directing your child's growth. With a "open door" policy, which allows parents and guardians to visit whenever necessary, we value the link between home and school. The happiness, well-being and success of every child are of utmost importance to us and it is only through a supportive partnership between child, parent and school that we can achieve this. In order to help your child reach their full potential, we wish to collaborate.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 26.8 | 23.6 | - |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 110 | - |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 111 | - |
| 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 | 103 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 54% | 58.91% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 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 | 45% 25 | 61.72% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 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 | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 102 3 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 70% 4 | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 105 | 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 | 74% | 59.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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
26 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Burnley Road Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1