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Widnes Academy
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- Halton WA8 0EL
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Progress in reading and mathematics is now more rapid due to a consistent focus on improvement
Success of the Curriculum: The quality of the curriculum is positively impacting pupils鈥� outcomes
Areas Needing Improvement: Provision for the most able pupils does not always provide enough challenge for full potential
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in reading and mathematics at the end of Year 6 is improving and closer to age-related expectations
Support for Falling Behind: Identified pupils receive extra support to help them catch up in their learning
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' good behaviour is impacting positively on their progress in learning
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision for pupils with special educational needs is very effective, with quick assessment and targeted resources
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The strong culture of safeguarding ensures that vulnerable pupils receive necessary support
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils think about others and are reflective about life in modern Britain
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers have very positive views and speak highly of the school and its work
Parental Involvement: Parents have regular opportunities to visit school and support their children in their learning
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy after-school clubs and activities, increasing their attendance at 鈥榗hildren鈥檚 university鈥�
Outdoor Facilities: Children had opportunities to read, mark-make, and explore in the outside area, enhancing their learning experience
Teacher Engagement: Teachers spoke highly of the professional opportunities and training given to improve their skills
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' careful focus is leading to improved progress in writing and consistent approaches across the curriculum
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders鈥� systematic monitoring is improving teaching and learning
Teaching Staff Challenges: Middle leaders鈥� roles in improving teaching and learning are not fully established
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About Us
Widnes Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 146 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B+
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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 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.2 | 19.2 | 22.6 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 99 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 100 | 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 | 104 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 100 | 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% | 56.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.04% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above Average |
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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 6 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 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 | 68% 25 | 57.02% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.09% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below 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 | 99 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 97 2 | 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 | 43% 10 | 61.35% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 8.58% | 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 | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 99 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 99 | 100 | 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 | 33% | 54.78% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 5.85% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | Below 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Widnes Academy
Local authority ratio 17 : 1