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Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
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Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
- Primary
- Kirklees HD7 5UG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Effective teaching of phonics and strong subject knowledge.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy their learning and make good progress across the curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: Need to secure accurate letter formation more quickly and develop reasoning skills in mathematics.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading continues to be a strength; attainment in key stage 1 improved in 2017.
Support for Falling Behind: Carefully targeted support helps pupils catch up quickly if they are not on track.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Excellent behaviour in lessons and around school; pupils have excellent attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Vigilant safeguarding culture; staff well-trained in identifying and reporting concerns.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare; confident that staff would deal competently with it.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding procedures and detailed records support pupil safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents highly value the school鈥檚 community feel.
Parental Involvement: Leaders work with parents to make clear expectations and involve them in supporting their child鈥檚 learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Additional activities such as little chefs鈥� club and gardening club enhance learning.
Outdoor Facilities: Extensive play areas with climbing equipment and woodland area are used to promote teamwork, resilience, and risk-taking.
Teacher Engagement: Continual improvements and a coaching model support teacher development.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils' progress in reading, writing, and maths is above average by the end of key stage 2.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: New systems for assessment ensure a secure understanding of pupils鈥� stages of development.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Missed opportunities in key stage 1 for correct pen grip and accurate letter formation reminders.
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About Us
Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 168 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 88% 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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We respect one another and believe in God and Jesus as a church school. Everyone can have fun and study there in safety. We warmly welcome new students to our school and invite them to participate in our daily prayers. We are grateful for our beautiful church school and to God. To view our school community's shared vision, click here.
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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 | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | - | 16.5 |
| Proficient Math | 111 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | 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 | 111 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 97 | 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 | 88% | 55.9% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 6.16% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | 4.9 | 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 4 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 2 | 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 | 87% 13 | 57.49% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 8.58% | 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 | 2.5 | 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 | 104 3 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 5 | 90 | 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% 11 | 54.16% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 2 | 7.8% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 85% | 51.56% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 6.04% | 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 | 3.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1