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Parkside Primary Academy
- Primary
- Barnsley S71 4QP
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Capacity for sustained improvement | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: Topic-based curriculum engages most pupils, with positive attitudes to learning.
Foundational Skills: Phonics and early years need improvements to ensure more children reach expected standards.
Areas Needing Improvement: Careful monitoring needed to ensure progress in subjects other than English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Systems in place to track progress and provide support, especially in phonics and key stage 1.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils well-behaved, respectful, and show positive attitudes. Rare misbehavior is promptly addressed.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' attainment and progress strong in key stage 2, but key stage 1 needs improvement.
Support for SEND Pupils: Needs recognized early, appropriate actions taken, new tracking system to capture smaller progress steps soon.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding, all staff trained, timely actions ensure pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Parents and pupils confident in school's ability to ensure a safe and caring environment.
Parent Feedback: Parents value school鈥檚 work, teachers' support, and inclusive approach.
Parental Involvement: Parents involved in supporting families, positive feedback on school鈥檚 responsiveness.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers supported in professional development, coaching opportunities valued.
Impact on Student Progress: High expectations and effective assessment practices ensure good student progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular classroom visits, book reviews, and planning checks maintain standards.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need for consistent phonics teaching approach identified.
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About Us
Parkside Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 250 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 85% 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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Being Head at Parkside and a part of such a wonderful school community makes me really proud. Since my first day at Parkside, the behaviour, learning, and effort of our kids, the support of our parents, and our bright, dedicated staff who are dedicated to providing the kids at Parkside with the best education possible have left me speechless. I think every child has a right to quality instruction and learning, and that right shouldn't be influenced by one's background, place of residence, or financial resources. By ensuring that every child receives a high-quality education, we can help them develop into independent thinkers, confident and eloquent learners, and well-prepared for secondary school and life beyond. We are pleased to acknowledge the academic and social achievements of our kids both inside and beyond the Academy. We have a variety of weekly and half-termly awards to recognise effort because we think it is the secret to this accomplishment. Parents are welcome to attend the weekly prize assembly, and they are encouraged by the accomplishments of their children. I want you to come and experience what makes Parkside Primary Academy such a unique place because I am proud of our Academy and the community we serve. Anytime during, before, or after the school day is welcome for visits; however, appointments must be made in advance with the school office.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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C
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B+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-11 | 5-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21 | 27.4 | 17.8 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 105 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 105 | 109 |
| 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 | 108 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 85% | 60.22% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 6.79% | 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 | 4.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.8 | Well 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 | 108 2 | 103 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 102 | 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 | 55% 19 | 66.61% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 3 | 8.78% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | 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 | 106 | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 101 | 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 | 74% 1 | 63.78% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 3 | 9.29% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | 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 | 106 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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 | 73% | 58.86% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 7.22% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Parkside Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 21 : 1