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Featherstone Academy
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- Featherstone WV10 7AS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics begins from the start. Most adults teach phonics with accuracy.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils experience a wide range of books and authors. Effective systems are in place to track pupils who are falling behind.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not use assessment procedures well enough in subjects other than English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective systems are in place to track pupils who are falling behind. Many additional reading opportunities are given to pupils who need them.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well in class and around school. They are polite and welcoming to visitors.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Assessment is used to understand what help pupils need in mathematics and English.
Support for SEND Pupils: Most pupils with SEND receive the support they need in class and learn alongside their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not tolerated by staff. Any incidences are dealt with quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders and staff understand a range of risks, including domestic abuse, online dangers and neglect. Staff are vigilant.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers value the range of opportunities to be involved in their child鈥檚 learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils have a broad range of wider experiences, including visits to art galleries and museums, and after-school clubs.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers鈥� subject knowledge is mostly secure across the curriculum.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers provide regular opportunities for pupils to recap their learning across the curriculum.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In subjects other than English and mathematics, teachers do not always check pupils鈥� understanding well enough.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Effective training is provided for staff, and teaching is closely aligned with the school鈥檚 assessments.
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About Us
Featherstone Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 257 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 31 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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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Our goal is for every kid to feel safe and content at school while also giving them the opportunity to reach their full potential. At Featherstone Academy, we value inclusivity and collaborate with students, parents, and outside organisations to deliver the finest educational results. All of our children are held to high standards, and when support is required, it is provided as early as possible. All students should be given the opportunity to reach their full potential intellectually, socially, emotionally, and personally in all subject areas.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 31.2 | 19.2 | 22.5 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 105 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 105 | 107 |
| 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 | 100 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 97 | 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 | 67% | 57.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 6.8% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | Below Average |
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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 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 85% 11 | 61.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 9 | 9.38% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 1 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 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 | 74% 1 | 62.07% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.87% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 104 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 73% | 60.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.58% | 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 | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
31 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Featherstone Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1