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Skelton School
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- Skelton CA11 9SE
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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 | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils use the right vocabulary to discuss their learning in mathematics and make strong progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils learn well with an ambitious curriculum, particularly in mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some areas, activities do not support deep learning as some staff need better expertise.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are confident in exploring concepts and processes in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional help for reading is swift and effective.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and respect each other, creating a calm atmosphere.
Support for SEND Pupils: Appropriate adaptations are made allowing SEND pupils to learn successfully alongside peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Nurturing environment ensures pupil safety and clear routines are embedded.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School provides opportunities for personal development and safety knowledge.
Parent Feedback: Parents describe the school as having a 'family feeling'.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs regularly attended by all pupils including those with SEND.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel extremely supported by leadership, proud to work at the school.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: School effectively identifies and addresses pupil misconceptions.
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About Us
Skelton School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 88 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 89% 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 webpage for Skelton School! We hope it will give you a clear picture of our thriving, joyful, and prosperous school. Our school's staff members are compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated to fostering an environment that is safe and fits the unique requirements of each child. We think that children learn most effectively when they are actively engaged and have a clear learning objective. Through imaginative, engaging themes, excellent instruction, and a wide range of extracurricular options, our larger curriculum aids children in developing abilities for learning and skills for life. We take great pride in being a part of the Rural Penrith Cluster, a group of eleven nearby schools that collaborate closely to deliver top-notch primary education throughout the region. Armathwaite, Calthwaite, Greystoke, Kirkoswald, Langwathby, Lazonby, Patterdale, Penruddock, Plumpton, Skelton, and Stainton are the schools in our cluster.
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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 |
B+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.2 | 25.8 | 13.1 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 113 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 89 | 97 |
| Reading | 113 | 92 | 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 | 89% | 53% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 44% | 7.38% | 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 | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 1 | 93 | 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 | 92% | 61.76% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 8 | 9.28% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 108 2 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 2 | 92 | 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 | 92% 15 | 55.61% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 31% | 8.1% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| 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 | 110 | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | 111 | 86 | 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 | 77% | 52.75% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 31% | 8.05% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Skelton School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1