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Elton Primary School
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders have introduced a well-ordered phonics curriculum.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have secured important improvements to the quality of education.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a small number of subjects, the checks made on the curriculum are less well developed.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers act swiftly to arrange extra support for learning where more help is needed.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well with little disruption to learning, promoting confidence and independence.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in reading at the end of key stage 2 were below; most pupils who attended school regularly reached the expected standards.
Support for SEND Pupils: Detailed learning plans set out precise help, enabling pupils with SEND to access the same curriculum as others.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Leaders deal with bullying effectively and ensure staff are well trained in safeguarding.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught how to keep themselves safe, including online safety and the impact of cyber-bullying.
Parent Feedback: Leaders are building positive relationships with families across the community.
Parental Involvement: Effective partnerships with families have been created by leaders.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs including coding and sports available to pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel respected and valued, appreciating professional development opportunities.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers check how well pupils are remembering what they learn in lessons.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff are well trained to deliver the ambitious curriculum designed by leaders.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Assessment strategies need sharpening in some subjects to ensure learning is secure.
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Elton Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 204 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 33% 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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We welcome guests and take advantage of the chance to show them around our vibrant learning community in person and online. Children who are motivated, cared for, and happy are encouraged to work hard and have fun in all facets of school life at Elton Primary. At Elton, we provide excellent instruction and guaranteed growth in a dependable, energising, welcoming, varied, and compassionate environment. In all we do, our staff, kids, and governors strive for excellence. We value your active involvement in your child's educational experience and invite you to do so in a variety of ways. We take pleasure in being a welcoming, open school where everyone in the community contributes to assessing our performance and moving forward. We have high standards for every student. The variety in our community, as well as the shared experiences, interests, and strengths, are welcomed and celebrated. There are eight classes here. Each class is a dynamic, interesting learning environment where kids are challenged in a kind, encouraging way. We are proud of our school and the academic and other accomplishments of the kids. Although it is limited and we prefer the human touch, this prospectus will provide some insight into the school. Please come and meet us. This thriving community welcomes you and your child to join us and benefit from our excitement and dedication to lifelong learning.
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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 | 2-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 25.8 | 23.4 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 109 | 108 |
| 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 | 99 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 33% | 55.11% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.11% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | 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 | 99 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 100 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 | 33% 4 | 58.65% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 9.28% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.3 | 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 | 100 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 3 | 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 | 37% 10 | 57.86% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 1 | 8.77% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | 100 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 98 | 94 | 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 | 27% | 53.36% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 7.98% | 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 | -7.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.0 | Well 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 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Elton Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1