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Lower Wortley Primary School
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- Leeds LS12 4PX
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| Capacity for sustained improvement | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The introduction of a new reading scheme and focus on 'boy interest' topics has improved reading and writing in Key Stage 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils achieve well because of good teaching and a well-thought-out curriculum.
Foundational Skills: Pupils make a good start to learning phonics with a new programme.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to be more precise about what pupils of differing abilities will learn in topic work.
Success of the Curriculum: Most pupils achieve well in core subjects, but wider subjects need more knowledge clarity.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent subject-specific vocabulary and knowledge in some areas.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Older pupils were not achieving as well in mathematics, but reorganization and additional learning efforts have raised attainment to well above average levels.
Support for Falling Behind: Good support and precise targets are provided for pupils with special educational needs and other difficulties.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The behaviour and positive attitude of the vast majority are major factors in their progress.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils progress well in maths and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick identification and additional support for weaker readers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils develop positive attitudes and behave well.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress through good support and high-quality individual education plans.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils achieve well, supported in various ways.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school has very good systems to deal with inappropriate behaviour and helps pupils manage difficulties effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Good links with health professionals and agencies contribute significantly to pupils' well-being.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe, trusted adults available for help.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the support given to pupils experiencing difficulties or who learn more slowly.
Parental Involvement: Efforts to include parents in workshops have been disappointing but continue.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy and extend their learning through a good variety of visits, visitors, and clubs.
Extracurricular Activities: Range of clubs including choir, dancing, and eco-club.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use a variety of methods to engage pupils, such as exciting writing projects for younger pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved teaching has accelerated pupil progress in Key Stages 1 and 2.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment is good and accurate; consistent in literacy, contributing to rising attainment in writing.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers unclear on knowledge progression in some subjects.
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Lower Wortley Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 331 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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 | 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 | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.6 | 25.8 | 26.8 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 100 | 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 | 61% | 57.84% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.83% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 105 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 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 | 73% 3 | 60.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 8 | 9.93% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 105 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 5 | 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 | 76% 13 | 57.58% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 5 | 8.82% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 105 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 95 | 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 | 63% | 53.84% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.87% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | Above 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lower Wortley Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1