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Shadwell Primary School
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Shadwell Primary School
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- Shadwell LS17 8JF
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Success of the Curriculum: Subject leaders have developed the curriculum well, especially in history and music, where pupils enjoy these subjects greatly.
Foundational Skills: Children get off to a good start with phonics in early years, but there are inconsistencies in support for reading.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistencies in support for reading and developing areas where non-specialists teach like music.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are attentive, and show respect for one another, though there are occasional lapses.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers show good subject knowledge and use of vocabulary in mathematics; however, there are inconsistencies in reading support.
Support for Falling Behind: Intervention activities for pupils are being focused to better meet individual needs.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff understand individual needs, and the special educational needs coordinator works alongside teachers to develop personalized targets.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare, and pupils feel confident that adults will address issues effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes welfare through personal, social, health, and economic education. Staff identify pupils needing help and take action.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers value opportunities, and both pupils and parents say they feel safe at this school.
Parental Involvement: Pupils connect with elderly residents and are involved in the local community through various activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a range of additional activities including choir and sports clubs.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are invested in pupils' learning and take time to know them, supporting positive attitudes to learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers work to develop pupils' knowledge and understanding, focusing on next steps for each child.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular training for staff helps support children across the curriculum and provision, ensuring a good start in learning for early years.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Too many staff feel that leaders are not mindful of their workload, negatively impacting morale.
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About Us
Shadwell Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 205 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 77% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our goal is to provide a courteous, civilised, safe, and secure atmosphere in which everyone is considerate of and kind to one another. We aim to provide our children with an inspirational and relevant curriculum; one which inspires children; one which encourages problem solving, fluency and reasoning to build Excellence for All in school, where children are happy supported, confident and enthusiastic. We facilitate children in reaching their potential; respecting others' cultures and maintaining mutual respect for, equality and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs and for those without faith. In a democratic, encouraging environment where all viewpoints are recognised and ideas are valued, we educate kids how to question ideas in a proper way. In order to encourage youngsters to fully commit to joining that world and succeeding there, we want to show them the successes that the educated world has to offer. In order to ensure that kids are motivated to improving their learning in this way, we work to establish an environment where they feel safe making errors and learning from them. Our goal is to raise happy, healthy kids who understand good boundaries, how to stay safe, and how to enjoy their connections with others. We want to help our students develop a feeling of wonder and a never-ending curiosity. We have a dedicated team of talented teachers who understand their children's academic and emotional needs and in doing so, ensure all children are in receipt of a challenging and rich curriculum where high standards are set and where secure relationships are built.
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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 | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.9 | - | 23.4 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | 103 |
| 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 | 109 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 77% | 57.84% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.2 | 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 | 112 5 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 1 | 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 | 88% 3 | 60.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% 15 | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 5.0 | Well 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 | 107 | 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 | 85% 2 | 57.58% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 2 | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | 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 | 107 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 83% | 53.84% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 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 | 4.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above Average |
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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 Shadwell Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
