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Whaley Bridge Primary School
- Primary
- Whaley Bridge SK23 7HX
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils quickly become fluent readers through a new phonics programme.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is well planned and sequenced, ensuring a good quality of education.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects lack detail in what pupils need to know, leading to challenges in checking progress.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils regularly revisit learned content and read often, both at school and at home.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff ensure that pupils with SEND receive the help they need, integrated into school life.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, earning team points and additional playtime while being motivated by recognition assemblies.
Support for SEND Pupils: The provision for pupils with SEND is a strength, with high ambition and thorough evaluation of their needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils understand bullying and how to deal with it. The 'safeguarding sheriffs' work to keep everyone safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders and staff are diligent in safeguarding, with effective training and alertness to signs of need.
Parent Feedback: Parents expressed their views through Ofsted Parent View, which feeds into inspections.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents through initiatives such as the Whaley鈥檚 Got Talent show and school council events.
Extracurricular Activities: The school council organizes memorable events like the 鈥楯ubilee Picnic鈥� and 鈥榃haley鈥檚 Got Talent鈥� show.
Outdoor Facilities: Children enjoy learning about nature with butterflies, tadpoles, and stick insects.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers value the support provided by leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: The new phonics programme helps pupils quickly become fluent readers.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Consistency in subject leadership and teaching has been secured, though some curriculum content needs refining.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers systematically check on all aspects of provision, though some areas need clearer evaluation methods.
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Whaley Bridge Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 121 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 56% 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 are an inclusive school that values diversity and shows respect for other people's beliefs, cultures, and ways of life. Create a challenging, enjoyable, and innovative curriculum that allows kids the chance to become self-sufficient, content learners. Our entire staff is committed, compassionate, and excited about providing high-quality teaching and learning in a welcoming environment. Learners will respect and appreciate our natural world and play a part in maintaining and improving their environment. Encourage and foster children's uniqueness, resiliency, and teamwork so they may form satisfying relationships. As they acquire essential life skills, young learners will experience a sense of pride and personal accomplishment.
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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 | 17.9 | 25.8 | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 105 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 94 | 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 | 56% | 53.86% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.12% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 3 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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 | 64% 11 | 58.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 3 | 9.76% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 102 2 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 53% 10 | 57.25% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 2 | 9.52% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 | 104 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 89 | 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 | 63% | 53.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.32% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Whaley Bridge Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
