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East Ardsley Primary Academy
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East Ardsley Primary Academy
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- Leeds WF3 2BA
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Early years teachers ensure frequent practice in writing and counting skills.
Success of the Curriculum: The English and Mathematics policies ensure clarity and consistency.
Foundational Skills: Reading prioritized with phonics taught early, children enjoy lessons
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum with enhanced knowledge through visits
Areas Needing Improvement: More opportunities for pupils to apply independently learned skills in writing and problem-solving are needed.
Areas Needing Improvement: Regular assessments needed in foundation subjects to identify misconceptions
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils receive specific support plans and social-emotional assistance.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are consistently well-behaved and feel safe.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes at key stage 2 align with national averages
Support for Falling Behind: Phonics support for struggling pupils implemented
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, courteous, and engaged in learning
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in writing is below average. Maths attainment has been below national average.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff provide precise and necessary support to help pupils catch up.
Support for SEND Pupils: Individual learning plans created with parents, good progress noted
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils report that bullying is dealt with swiftly and they feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Detailed safeguarding checks and regular training are in place.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements and trusted adults available
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Mental health education included, focus on positive mindset
Parent Feedback: Parents have opportunities to give feedback through various surveys and meetings.
Parental Involvement: Family support worker strengthens links with parents.
Extracurricular Activities: The curriculum includes sessions on safety and visits from professionals.
Extracurricular Activities: Offers sports, music, languages, and art clubs
Teacher Engagement: Teachers feel well-supported and enjoy working at the school.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on teaching quality ensure clarity and consistency.
Impact on Student Progress: Training helps improve teaching, but more challenge for the most able is needed.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers need to better respond to pupils' needs during lessons.
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About Us
East Ardsley Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 461 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 60% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 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 | Requires Improvement | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 2-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.9 | 20 | 18.3 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 104 | 99 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 103 | 101 |
| 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 | 105 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 100 | 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 | 60% | 57.84% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.83% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 56% 3 | 60.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 1 | 9.93% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 103 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 59% 8 | 57.58% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 5 | 8.82% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 103 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 67% | 53.84% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 6.87% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 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 East Ardsley Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1