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Idle CofE Primary School
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Idle CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Bradford BD10 8LU
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Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading skills are taught very well using phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils exceed national expectations by the end of Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: Progress in mathematics exceeds expected rates but is not as high as English, especially for girls.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment at the end of Key Stage 1 was particularly high in mathematics and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Provision of bespoke programmes of learning and targeted support ensures progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are very well mannered, polite, and help their peers.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school provides many bespoke programmes of learning and targeted support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils have an excellent understanding of bullying and feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school premises are well maintained and ensure pupil safety.
Parent Feedback: Results from parental surveys were taken into account.
Parental Involvement: Governors include many parents and make a positive contribution.
Extracurricular Activities: The curriculum is enriched by music, sport, and residential visits.
Outdoor Facilities: Reception class outdoor area provides rich learning opportunities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have excellent relationships with their pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching quality is consistently good and much is outstanding.
Teaching Staff Challenges: None noted as challenges; teachers are highly effective.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Monitoring of teaching is sharply focused on pupil achievement.
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Idle CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 411 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 59% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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As a parent, I understand that you will have a variety of concerns, hopes, and thoughts as your child begins school.
We acknowledge that your child's education has to be a shared duty between home and school, built on trust and understanding.
To that end, we strive to keep you fully informed about all facets of school life, and I sincerely hope you will take advantage of our "open door" policy to express any issues, praises, or questions you may have.
Our recent Church school inspection gave the school "outstanding" ratings in every category, recognising our dedication to Christian education, Worship, and values, which is reflected in the students' comments about feeling safe, secure, and unique in God's love. As a Church school, we are distinguished by our provision of quality education within a caring Christian environment.
Our 'warm, accepting, and supportive culture' apparently offers the ideal environment for students to thrive.
By the end of year 6, students had consistently achieved outstanding results in academic subjects, which led to our high academic standards being recognised by OFSTED.
Excellent sports, music, and performance arts programmes are offered to students in addition to their academic success. These programmes are delivered by specialised staff, frequently to classes of 15 students, and result in all students learning to play multiple musical instruments and over 80% receiving additional music instruction.
I sincerely appreciate your interest in our school and look forward to beginning our seven-year educational adventure together should you decide to send your kid to Idle CE (A) Primary School.
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We acknowledge that your child's education has to be a shared duty between home and school, built on trust and understanding.
To that end, we strive to keep you fully informed about all facets of school life, and I sincerely hope you will take advantage of our "open door" policy to express any issues, praises, or questions you may have.
Our recent Church school inspection gave the school "outstanding" ratings in every category, recognising our dedication to Christian education, Worship, and values, which is reflected in the students' comments about feeling safe, secure, and unique in God's love. As a Church school, we are distinguished by our provision of quality education within a caring Christian environment.
Our 'warm, accepting, and supportive culture' apparently offers the ideal environment for students to thrive.
By the end of year 6, students had consistently achieved outstanding results in academic subjects, which led to our high academic standards being recognised by OFSTED.
Excellent sports, music, and performance arts programmes are offered to students in addition to their academic success. These programmes are delivered by specialised staff, frequently to classes of 15 students, and result in all students learning to play multiple musical instruments and over 80% receiving additional music instruction.
I sincerely appreciate your interest in our school and look forward to beginning our seven-year educational adventure together should you decide to send your kid to Idle CE (A) Primary School.
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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 | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.1 | 25.8 | 21.5 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 104 |
| 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 | 103 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 101 | 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 | 59% | 56.64% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.95% | 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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.6 | 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 | 105 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 96 | 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 | 61% 6 | 59.75% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 8 | 8.4% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 106 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 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 | 67% 17 | 56.47% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% 8 | 7.48% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 104 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 50% | 54.41% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 7.4% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.8 | Below Average |
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Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Idle CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1