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Thurcroft Junior Academy
- Primary
- Thurcroft S66 9DD
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers actively develop pupils' inference skills in reading, vocabulary extension, and correct grammar usage.
Success of the Curriculum: Displays and progress suggest pupils enjoy a range of subjects with improved skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improving pupils' presentation, handwriting, and spelling across the curriculum is a priority.
Support for Falling Behind: Robust checking and targeted support address underachievement effectively.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations of behaviour; pupils take pride in badges for exemplary conduct.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in mathematics has improved to align more closely with reading and writing attainment by Year 6.
Support for SEND Pupils: Extra help and support are given to SEND pupils, leading to improved performance and increased parental praise.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective; bullying is rare and dealt with promptly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High-profile physical activities and a healthy lifestyle are encouraged for pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents report their children are happy and safe, and they praise the school's extra help and support.
Parental Involvement: Parents are engaged through regular communication and participation in school activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate in various inter-school competitions such as cross country, rugby, and football.
Outdoor Facilities: Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments are provided.
Teacher Engagement: Investment in professional development is noted, with improvements in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Impact on Student Progress: Focused teacher development has led to a greater proportion of pupils reaching higher standards.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Ongoing improvement and high expectations ensure quality teaching.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Variable presentation and handwriting across subjects need attention.
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About Us
Thurcroft Junior Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 274 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 54% 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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| 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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| Ofset report | Good | - | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-7 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.7 | 23.3 | 23 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | - | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | - | 105 |
| 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 | 104 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 54% | 52.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 4.34% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 | 105 1 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 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 | 54% 12 | 59.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 2 | 7.1% | 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 | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 106 3 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 66% 1 | 56.13% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 4 | 6.96% | 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 | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 65% | 55.74% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 6.4% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below 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 | 31st Mar 2025 - 11th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th 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 - 30th Mar 2025 |
| Summer Term | 12th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thurcroft Junior Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
