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Mercer's Wood Academy
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- Gainsborough DN21 2PD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is taught systematically; however, some books do not match pupils' phonetic knowledge, which discourages them
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is detailed and well-sequenced, helping pupils retain knowledge and succeed academically
Areas Needing Improvement: Books provided to some pupils do not align with their phonetic knowledge, impacting reading fluency and confidence
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils remember significant events and topics well, such as Tudor history, showing good performance
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers quickly identify and support pupils' needs, particularly those with SEND, ensuring they can succeed
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, help each other, and understand the school's clear behaviour system
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders are ambitious for SEND pupils, ensuring they access the same curriculum and succeed
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not tolerated and is swiftly addressed by staff
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding training and proactive follow-up ensure a strong culture of pupil safety
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school's efforts, with comments like 鈥楾his is a school that goes the extra mile鈥�
Parental Involvement: Leaders must work closely with parents to reduce persistent absenteeism among some pupils
Extracurricular Activities: The school provides before- and after-school care, enriching students' overall experience
Teacher Engagement: Staff appreciate the training and consideration for their well-being provided by the trust
Impact on Student Progress: Regular assessments ensure pupils retain key knowledge and make progress
Teaching Staff Challenges: No significant challenges mentioned; staff feel supported
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching quality is assessed through regular checks, enabling continued improvement
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Mercer's Wood Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 180 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 44% 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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Welcome to the website of the Tall Oaks Academy Trust. You may find details about the three schools that make up our modest Multi-Academy Trust in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, on our website. All of our schools share the same objective, which is for the kids to be the very best they can be, to realise their full potential, and to 'grow' into citizens of the future we can be proud of. The buildings in which each of our schools is housed are very different from one another, and each has its own distinct identity. Please continue reading to learn more about the incredible work being done daily by the Trust. Alternately, if you prefer to visit us in person, call one of the school locations to set up an appointment. A member of the executive leadership team would be happy to give you a tour of a typical day at "Tall Oaks."
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Requires Improvement | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | 19.3 | 22.3 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 98 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 101 | 102 |
| 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 | 101 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 98 | 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 | 44% | 52.4% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 5.83% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 103 2 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 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 | 50% 4 | 57.21% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 4 | 7.65% | 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 | -4.0 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 101 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 1 | 94 | 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 | 54% 9 | 55.43% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 6 | 7.21% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 101 | 91 | 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 | 45% | 50.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 6.28% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | Average |
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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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Mercer's Wood Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1