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Westvale Primary School
- Primary
- Knowsley District L32 0RQ
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff teach the early reading program well. Pupils in the early stages of learning to read get off to a strong start.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have high ambition for all pupils, including those with SEND. However, some pupils struggle to recall prior learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leaders need to identify the key content in subjects more clearly and use assessment to address misconceptions.
Support for Falling Behind: Any pupil who struggles to keep up with the reading program quickly receives helpful support and guidance.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils at the end of key stage 1 do not achieve well enough in writing. By the end of key stage 2, pupils achieve well in most subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display lovely manners, behave well, and follow school rules. Attendance issues affect progress for some pupils.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff identify the needs of pupils with SEND effectively, providing quick help and support so they learn the same content as their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff take decisive action to quickly address any bullying or unkind behaviour. Pupils feel happy and safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff have up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding issues and work effectively with external agencies.
Parent Feedback: Many parents welcome the changes that have taken place since the arrival of the new headteacher.
Parental Involvement: Inspectors spoke with parents as they dropped their children off; feedback was generally positive.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy participating in various clubs and events, like 'Westvale's got talent' and residential visits.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils enjoy participating in the daily mile to stay fit and healthy.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are very positive about the improvements made by the new headteacher and feel valued.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers need better assessment information to address misconceptions, shaping future teaching more effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subject leaders have only recently been given the opportunity to check how well their subjects are taught.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders should ensure assessment supports teachers to address misconceptions and shape future teaching.
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About Us
Westvale Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 214 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 39% 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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Westvale is a well-known school that was founded in 1956 and has outstanding facilities, high standards, and aspirations. All children's needs are taken into account when designing our surroundings. Our classrooms are well-equipped and include the greatest interactive whiteboards available. Our two computer labs and a cart full of laptops assist learning while preparing your kids for the future with information and communication technologies. We have a study, a separate dining hall, a school library, and a school hall with a stage where we have performances and assemblies. Outdoor amenities include enclosed ball play areas, hard play areas, a sizable school field, a peaceful seating place (Olivia's Memorial Garden), and a climbing area (Rainbow Playzone). Additionally, there is a separate play space for the kids in our Foundation Unit. To download our school's prospectus, please click the link below.
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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 | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.5 | 25.8 | 24.2 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | 104 |
| 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 | 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 | 39% | 56.49% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.71% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | Below 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 | 106 1 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 101 | 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 | 69% 6 | 61.35% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 4 | 7.65% | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | 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 | 105 2 | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 4 | 101 | 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 | 63% 19 | 59.6% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 5.84% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 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 | 103 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 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 | 44% | 54.54% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.37% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Westvale Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1