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Weelsby Academy
- Primary
- North East Lincolnshire DN32 7PF
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading and language are at the front and center, and all staff are committed to helping children read with success and enthusiasm.
Success of the Curriculum: The progress that pupils make in their early reading is exceptional. Nearly all children can read well by Year 2.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some teachers lack important subject knowledge in parts of the curriculum, leading to missed opportunities to address misconceptions.
Performance in Maths & Reading: The progress that pupils make in their early reading is exceptional. Teachers use many ways to check what pupils have remembered in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind are given extra help, which they enjoy due to the energy and expertise of staff.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff are consistent in nipping small issues in the bud, ensuring pupils can get on with their learning. Pupils behave well and respect their teachers.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers support pupils with SEND by making changes to anything that might be a barrier to their success. Leaders recognize further support needed for specific writing difficulties.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff nip issues like poor behaviour or bullying in the bud, making pupils feel happy and safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Trustees are proactive in spotting issues that might affect families. Staff are well-trained in safeguarding, criminal exploitation, and radicalisation.
Parent Feedback: Parents generally provide positive feedback about the school. Feedback from Ofsted Parent View is considered in inspections.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are well supported with a wealth of training and development opportunities.
Impact on Student Progress: The curriculum design ensures students build on prior knowledge, significantly improving attendance.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use strategies such as same-day intervention and the 'RAG' system to tailor teaching based on ongoing assessments.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers lack aspects of important subject knowledge, leading to uncorrected mistakes and challenges in completing tasks.
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Weelsby Academy is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 355 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 52% 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're glad you're here! Throughout your child's time with us, we hope that it will keep you informed about everything that is occurring at our school and give you the information you require. Grimsby's East Marsh neighbourhood is home to the Weelsby Academy, which educates children ages three to eleven. Our goal is to give each child with high-quality learning opportunities that will help them foster their unique abilities and acquire lifelong skills. We have an engaging curriculum that aims to provide kids firsthand exposure to the world, and we want our kids to grow up to be confident learners who love learning and want to do their best in school. Be the Best You Can is our school's motto, and together, we will support your child in living up to it.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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A-
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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 21.3 | 22.7 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 97 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 99 | 97 |
| 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 | 102 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 99 | 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 | 52% | 58.77% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.49% | 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 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 5.2 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 3.6 | 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 | 103 1 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 98 5 | 96 | 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 | 34% 31 | 60.93% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 2 | 7.79% | 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 | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 8 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 7 | 99 | 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 | 65% 49 | 62.95% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.86% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | 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 | 96 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 96 | 97 | 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 | 16% | 56.6% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.93% | 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 | -5.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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 Weelsby Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1