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Cliffedale Primary School
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Cliffedale Primary School
- Primary
- South Kesteven NG31 8DP
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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: Staff teach phonics well; pupils are immersed in a world of books and develop fluency.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils learn in a precise, logical order with lessons building on prior knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Staff do not always select activities best suited to learning the curriculum, leading to gaps in understanding.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Staff have good subject knowledge and model learning well.
Support for Falling Behind: The school quickly identifies and sensitively supports pupils with complex needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, concentrate in lessons, and show inclusive attitudes.
Support for SEND Pupils: Lessons are adapted well for pupils with SEND, and parents acknowledge the good care provided.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say there are no problems with bullying and they feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High expectations regarding behaviour and attendance are maintained.
Parent Feedback: Parents praise strong leadership and the improvements since the last inspection.
Parental Involvement: Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the education and support their children experience.
Extracurricular Activities: There are lots of clubs and leadership roles for pupils to join.
Teacher Engagement: Staff enjoy working at the school and appreciate the training and time given for their duties.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' modeling of learning helps students improve their work.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Sometimes, staff move pupils on before they are ready, leading to gaps in understanding.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: School must ensure all staff use formative assessment well to address misconceptions.
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About Us
Cliffedale Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 289 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 59% 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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I'd like to extend a warm greeting to you on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors at Cliffedale Primary School. We are a joyful school where parents, teachers, students, and governors get along well. We all have great pride in our school and high standards for both the kids and for ourselves. Since learning and improvement are at the core of everything we do, we are an active learning community. As a school, we are committed to helping all of the kids entrusted to our care grow. We make an effort to provide a learning atmosphere that helps kids to flourish in a loving family setting. All that we do at Cliffedale is guided by our fundamental values of respect, love, courage, truth, determination, and pride. We identify strongly with the Cliffedale Family. We promote collaboration among our students, families, staff, and governors. Please get in touch if you're interested in joining the Cliffedale clan. Our website contains a wealth of information about our school, but scheduling a visit is the only way to truly appreciate how excellent it is. The kids will be excited to demonstrate their learning, and we would be pleased to show you around the school.
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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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B-
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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 | 21.9 | - | 22 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 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 | 103 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 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 | 59% | 52.4% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 5.83% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 104 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 95 | 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 | 71% 7 | 57.21% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 3 | 7.65% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | 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 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 3 | 94 | 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 | 78% 29 | 55.43% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.21% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 92 | 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 | 49% | 50.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.28% | 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 | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cliffedale Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
