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Macaulay Primary Academy
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Macaulay Primary Academy
- Primary
- North East Lincolnshire DN31 2ES
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers have excellent knowledge of how to teach phonics and they do this very effectively from the early years.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils study a broad range of subjects with a sharp focus on developing vocabulary and reading.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a small number of subjects, teachers are less clear about securing the most important prior knowledge for all pupils.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most children quickly develop their ability to read fluently and secure mathematical knowledge.
Support for Falling Behind: Gaps in phonics knowledge and understanding are quickly addressed, ensuring pupils can catch up swiftly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons, break times are calm and positive, and bullying is rare and dealt with quickly.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers use a range of methods to remove barriers and help pupils with SEND access the same curriculum as others.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and staff deal with it quickly if it occurs. Staff are alert to risks and act quickly to get children support.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Children are knowledgeable about healthy and unhealthy relationships and enjoy positive relationships with others.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very positive about the school and recognise the quality of the education and support which their children receive.
Parental Involvement: The school has strong links to its local community, and parents and families are closely involved in the life of the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a wide range of clubs and activities, ensuring these wider opportunities are available to all pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers introduce new concepts clearly and carefully check pupils' understanding.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' engagement ensures that most children quickly develop their ability to read fluently and secure mathematical knowledge.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In a small number of subjects, teachers are less clear about securing the most important prior knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders should ensure that teachers are confident in teaching and assessing pupils' knowledge of important content in all subjects.
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About Us
Macaulay Primary Academy is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 437 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 66% 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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It's a pleasure to learn and work at Macaulay Primary School. Our school's motto is "Reaching for the Stars," and we firmly believe that every child, regardless of background, is capable of success and achieving their goals. The achievement of the highest standards is at the core of everything we do. We provide a joyful, loving, safe, and stimulating atmosphere where learning is fun and everyone is encouraged to reach their greatest potential. Children's minds should be expanded, and their aspirations should be raised. Both staff and students have a "can do" attitude, and they all strive together to make our school the best it can be. The school has a culture that values success and encourages staff and students to learn new things all the time, collaborate, and work hard. Our school is founded on the nurturing tenets that guide all that we do. We put a lot of effort into removing obstacles to learning and prioritise academic success in order to provide kids the abilities, information, and attitudes they need to succeed in life.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.7 | 15.4 | 22.4 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 106 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 105 | 108 |
| 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 | 105 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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 | 66% | 58.77% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.49% | 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 | 0.8 | 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 | 104 2 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 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 | 52% 6 | 60.93% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 3 | 7.79% | 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 | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | 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 | 102 2 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 99 | 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 | 58% 15 | 62.95% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.86% | 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 | -3.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2 | 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 | 100 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 99 | 97 | 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 | 43% | 56.6% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.93% | 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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Macaulay Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1