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Great Wood Community Primary School
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Great Wood Community Primary School
- Primary
- Checkley ST10 4LE
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Foundational Skills: Children in Reception develop strong early reading and mathematical skills
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils build their knowledge and skills in a clear sequence from Year 1 to Year 6
Areas Needing Improvement: Early years curriculum not sufficiently well planned and sequenced in some areas of learning
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils enjoy mathematics, are enthusiastic and understand what they learn. Reading is prioritized and books are matched to pupils鈥� abilities
Support for Falling Behind: Appropriate support is provided for lower-attaining pupils to help them achieve as well as others
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour in lessons is excellent; school is calm and orderly throughout the day
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs receive tailored support that enables them to succeed and enjoy learning
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Leaders act promptly when any incidents arise to make sure these are nipped in the bud
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff report any concerns to leaders who act swiftly to provide pupils with the right support
Parent Feedback: Parents鈥� views are gathered through Ofsted Parent View and discussions
Parental Involvement: The school encourages parental involvement through activities and feedback mechanisms
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils have many opportunities to develop their interests and talents through various activities and events
Teacher Engagement: Staff describe the school as 鈥榦ne big family鈥� and are proud to work there. They are consulted about changes and deadlines
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers model and explain new concepts effectively; pupils understand and remember what they learn
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff do not identify and address errors in pupils鈥� writing, affecting the development of writing skills
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders should ensure that staff check pupils鈥� writing and provide feedback to improve grammar, spelling, and punctuation
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About Us
Great Wood Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 108 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 79% 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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C
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 3-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.1 | 22 | 15.2 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 106 | - |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 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 | 109 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 79% | 57.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% | 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 | 2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.4 | Above 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 | 110 3 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 87% 12 | 61.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 3 | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.0 | Above 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 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 75% | 62.07% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Great Wood Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1