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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: Staff are well trained to teach phonics, and pupils apply strategies learned quickly when reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Mathematics and science curriculum helps pupils build on prior learning, ensuring secure knowledge and understanding.
Areas Needing Improvement: Curriculum content in some subjects is not yet precise, leading to unaddressed misconceptions.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading is highly focused on, with older pupils confidently discussing books they enjoy.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils demonstrate positive attitudes to learning, though a small minority need additional behaviour support.
Support for Falling Behind: Misconceptions in reading are sometimes not addressed quickly, causing delays in catching up.
Support for SEND Pupils: Clear support plans are in place, but classroom adaptation is inconsistent, leading to gaps in learning for some SEND pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school has effective safeguarding procedures, fostering a positive culture around pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Values of tolerance, equality, respect, resilience, and trust are emphasized, promoting moral and social development.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the dedication and care their children receive from school staff.
Parental Involvement: There is a strong sense of community, with various leadership opportunities and responsibilities for pupils.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a range of clubs, but some parents and pupils wish there were more available.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers, including new ones, feel supported and appreciate the consideration of their workloads and well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching in some subjects does not effectively address pupils鈥� misconceptions, impacting knowledge retention.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teaching does not effectively use information about SEND pupils, affecting knowledge development.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment is not consistently used effectively across all subjects, weakening pupils鈥� understanding.
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About Us
Willand School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 377 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 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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There are 404 students enrolled in Willand School, a well-liked village school, who range in age from 4 to 11. We are in Mid Devon, 3 miles north of Cullompton, right off the M5. All of the kids in our care receive education that meets a high standard. We understand that every child is special. We have the honour of being a part of their life, and we play a crucial part in ensuring that they reach their full potential. The school has recently expanded, giving the kids access to new, roomy accommodations. There are currently fourteen spacious, modern classrooms. The youngsters can have a fantastic meal prepared everyday on the grounds in a huge hall that also serves as the dining room. Additionally, we are lucky to have a large, level playing field, an Environmental Area, and two playgrounds on our expansive grounds. Children are provided with a wide range of educational opportunities and extracurricular activities by a top-notch staff, both inside and outside the classroom. They work to create a warm, welcoming environment where kids can enjoy school, learn, and grow into balanced, self-assured young adults. We have high expectations and great emphasis is placed on providing a quality learning environment which is attractive, stimulating and engages the children. At Willand, having a positive attitude is key. Children are expected to be polite, cooperative, helpful, and fair. They are also expected to work hard and take pride in their education, their accomplishments, and themselves.
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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+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.3 | 25.8 | 19.5 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 93 | 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% | 50.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.99% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 90 | 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% 2 | 56.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 1 | 8.32% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 105 2 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 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 | 71% 2 | 58.22% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 8.83% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 93 | 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 | 69% | 56.85% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.26% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Willand School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1