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Whipperley Infant Academy
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Whipperley Infant Academy
- Primary
- Luton LU1 5QY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff demonstrate the use of phonics correctly and are improving pupils鈥� spelling. Pupils are now making strong progress in writing from their starting points.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils experience all areas of the national curriculum, with science and art being very well taught.
Foundational Skills: All staff teach early reading well; consistent phonics approach ensures pupils catch up quickly.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum builds knowledge, language, and social skills effectively, leading to high achievement.
Areas Needing Improvement: No explicit areas for improvement noted; continuous reflection and adaptation highlighted.
Areas Needing Improvement: Music and other performing arts need improvement. Pupils do not regularly use musical instruments or have enough opportunities to perform.
Support for Falling Behind: Lower-ability pupils are given support that enables them to reach the same outcomes as their peers in most cases.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well during lessons and in their play. They work well together and show respect to adults and each other.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in maths due to effective training; reading levels impressive by Year 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Regular checks on reading; interventions without hesitation for those struggling.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour and respect, bullying is rare.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In 2018, the proportion of Year 2 pupils achieving expected standards in mathematics remained broadly in line with the national average.
Support for SEND Pupils: School leaders ensure that pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, achieve well in writing.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils receive excellent support; curriculum adaptations ensure accessibility.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: There is a secure culture of safeguarding, and pupils say they feel safe and know how to stay safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Children have access to resources such as e-safety bags and are invited to become digital leaders.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare; robust oversight ensures high safety and happiness.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School rules followed well, respectful environment maintained.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school's support, with one parent noting a 'massive, positive impact' on their family.
Parental Involvement: Families are offered support with breakfast club, transport to school, and other interventions.
Parent Feedback: Parents positive about school life and encouraged to contribute.
Parental Involvement: High parental involvement in school life encouraged.
Outdoor Facilities: Early years children have access to an extensive indoor and outdoor learning environment which is well resourced.
Extracurricular Activities: Choir, multi-sports, art, and gardening clubs offered.
Outdoor Facilities: Good use of outdoor space supports independent learning and physical development.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils are encouraged to continue their learning at home and engage in activities like 'nature detectives.'
Teacher Engagement: Adults use environments skilfully and creatively, providing diverse activities to develop various skills.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders use a secure range of evidence to inform evaluations of the school鈥檚 performance and make effective use of external advisers.
Teacher Engagement: Staff appreciate time and support from leaders to improve practice.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective staff training in mathematics leads to pupil success.
Teaching Staff Challenges: No significant challenges noted; positive staff engagement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Constant checks on pupils' learning ensure high teaching standards.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils make strong progress in writing and mathematics; however, some pupils wait too long for adult guidance in class.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some pupils have become too reliant on adult involvement which reduces their opportunities to grow in independence.
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Whipperley Infant Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 269 students from age 4-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Whipperley strives to be a diverse school where kids can grow up in a safe, joyful, and creative environment. There is a commitment to the highest expectations and good early years practice to ensure the highest standards for all. Our curriculum helps our students become confident and joyful learners because it is useful, meaningful, engaging, and entertaining. believe everyone may succeed, and it is our duty to spread this idea. believe every child has the right to fulfil their potential. At Whipperley, we put the child at the centre of everything we do, assisting them in realising their full potential. We welcome visits from prospective parents so please feel free to contact the school direct with any queries you may have.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-7 | 2-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.7 | 30.9 | 21.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | 106 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | 103 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Whipperley Infant Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1