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Willoughby Road Primary Academy
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Willoughby Road Primary Academy
- Primary
- North Lincolnshire DN17 2NF
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders have prioritised reading, and improvements in phonics strategies are evident, particularly in Year 1
Success of the Curriculum: Effective teaching ensures that most pupils make strong progress with many working at the expected standard
Areas Needing Improvement: Teaching and resources are not consistently well-matched to the needs of the most able pupils
Performance in Maths & Reading: Improvement in reading and mathematics continues; leaders' direction in reading comprehension and consistency in mathematics teaching show positive effects
Support for Falling Behind: A range of effective strategies helps ensure pupils, including those with SEND, make good progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, know what is expected of them, and respond positively to staff requests
Support for SEND Pupils: Intense support is given when needed and carefully diminished as pupils鈥� needs are addressed
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective policies and procedures, strengthened by good staff-pupil relationships, ensure pupils feel and are safe
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is an effective culture of safeguarding within the school, and systems are thorough and systematic
Parent Feedback: Most parents have a positive view of the school and feel that their children are safe and well supported
Parental Involvement: Developing partnerships with parents include reading mornings and shared access to online learning records
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of activities is available in the outdoor provision, emphasizing language development and practicing skills
Outdoor Facilities: Includes a strong focus on language development and activities that engage children
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and teaching assistants apply precise strategies to improve teaching consistently
Impact on Student Progress: Comprehensive systems for checking pupils鈥� progress ensure that everyone knows what pupils need to learn next
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders鈥� precise strategies to improve teaching are checked regularly through comprehensive systems
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some higher-ability pupils do not consistently receive the same amount of challenge and support
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About Us
Willoughby Road Primary Academy is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 295 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 58% 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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This is Willoughby Road Primary Academy, welcome. We hope that your child will be extremely content here and that our collaboration with you will be solid from the first. Willoughby Road Primary School changed its name to Willoughby Road Primary Academy on April 1, 2014. The Scunthorpe-based Willoughby Road Primary Academy collaborates with the Delta Academies Trust (Delta). The academy firmly believes in attending to each child's needs on an individual basis. Through the development of life skills like responsibility, resilience, respect, and learning readiness, we help people become lifelong learners. Our goal is to provide every kid with a top-notch education in a nurturing, risk-free, and demanding atmosphere where they feel appreciated and are motivated to become lifelong learners who "strive to be the greatest." There are positive working relationships with neighbourhood partners, including the Scunthorpe schools and other academies in the Delta Academies Trust.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A-
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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 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.7 | 20.6 | 24.6 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 105 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 108 | 103 |
| 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 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 58% | 58.16% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.02% | 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 | Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 103 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 100 | 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% 10 | 64.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 3 | 9.85% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 4 | 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 | 58% 21 | 62.77% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.66% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.1 | 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 | 101 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 97 | 99 | 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 | 37% | 57.58% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 6.81% | 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 | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Willoughby Road Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1