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Fixby Junior and Infant School
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Fixby Junior and Infant School
- Primary
- Kirklees HD2 2HB
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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 |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a core element with guided-reading sessions to develop skills and love of reading
Success of the Curriculum: Current pupils are making good progress in their reading and writing
Foundational Skills: Reading prioritized early; phonics is consistently used
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum
Areas Needing Improvement: Continue improvements in reading and writing to embed a strong culture of reading
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment in foundation subjects needs precision
Support for Falling Behind: Same-day intervention in mathematics positively affects pupils' progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are lively, engaged, and supportive of each other; behaviour is generally good
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils enjoy and perform well in maths and reading
Support for Falling Behind: Timely and targeted support closes learning gaps
Behaviour and Attitudes: Calm, purposeful behaviour and strong, respectful attitudes
Performance in Maths & Reading: 2018 attainment was average; improvements seen in 2019's unvalidated information
Support for SEND Pupils: Teaching assistants support learning for those needing additional guidance effectively
Support for SEND Pupils: Well-supported; lessons adapted for inclusive learning
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and swiftly handled by teachers
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding, regularly trained staff, secure routines
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying not tolerated; safe environment
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Positive atmosphere with effective safeguarding
Parent Feedback: Parents speak highly of the school and feel welcomed and involved
Parental Involvement: Work effectively with parents to support children's reading
Teacher Engagement: Teachers set high expectations and plan challenging work
Impact on Student Progress: Positive impact observed with improved progress in reading and writing
Assessment of Teaching Quality: High-quality work observed in lessons and books
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel supported and enjoy working at school
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching with strong subject knowledge
Teaching Staff Challenges: Workload and well-being considered proactively
Teaching Staff Challenges: Embedding a stronger culture of reading continues to be a challenge
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Uses assessment well in core subjects; needs work in others
Extracurricular Activities: Clubs include dance, archery, chess, German
Outdoor Facilities: Forest School and animal care programs available
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About Us
Fixby Junior and Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 318 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 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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Between the ages of 5 and 11, students attend Fixby Junior and Infant School, which opened its doors in 1977. We are a neighbourhood school with about 314 students enrolled. We sincerely think that establishing solid relationships with parents and families will guarantee the success of every student. We strive to give all of our students a challenging and engaging education within the safety of a warm and caring learning environment by upholding our school's core principles. We are dedicated to creating a community free from bias and positive role models. We value diversity and appreciate all cultures, religions, and ethnic groups. We hope that our website provides you with the information you need. We promise to post updates frequently, so check back often to see what has changed.
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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 |
A
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.5 | - | 21.3 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 107 | 103 |
| 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 | 102 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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% | 55.9% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 6.16% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 107 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 93 | 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 | 79% 16 | 57.49% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 1 | 8.58% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | 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 | 107 7 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 5 | 90 | 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 | 63% 29 | 54.16% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.8% | 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 | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.3 | 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 | 100 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 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 | 34% | 51.56% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.04% | 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 | -5.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.9 | Well 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Fixby Junior and Infant School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
