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Wilstead Primary School
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Wilstead Primary School
- Primary
- Wilshamstead MK45 3BX
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school promotes a love of reading from Reception classes and uses daily phonics lessons.
Success of the Curriculum: The new curriculum is ambitious and prepares pupils well for the next stage of their education.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some early reading and phonics sessions, adults need to use the language and routines more precisely to improve consistency.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most pupils achieve well in reading and mathematics. Current achievements in writing are improving.
Support for Falling Behind: Adults ensure pupils who are not keeping up receive additional help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes to learning and behave well, adhering to clear expectations and routines.
Support for SEND Pupils: The needs of pupils with SEND are identified quickly, and effective plans are devised to help them succeed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe as they trust the adults who look after them. Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The well-being and personal development of pupils are priorities, with various sessions and activities promoting cooperation and character development.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views are actively gathered through Ofsted Parent View, influencing decisions on inspections.
Parental Involvement: Older pupils help with parent tours and open evenings, demonstrating involvement in the school community.
Extracurricular Activities: A range of clubs and activities like forest area visits, bug hunts, and leadership roles enrich students' experiences.
Outdoor Facilities: Opportunities for learning outside the classroom are plentiful, particularly in the school鈥檚 forest area.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are encouraged to develop professionally, and staff appreciate these opportunities.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching and regular checks on understanding help pupils achieve well, particularly in core subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers check understanding in various ways and adapt teaching if misconceptions are spotted.
Teaching Staff Challenges: There is room for improvement in the precision of some early reading and phonics sessions.
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About Us
Wilstead Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 193 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 45% 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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Children are at the centre of all we do at Wilstead Primary School, which is a lively, joyful place. Children should, in our opinion, feel secure, content, loved, and appreciated. We make every effort to develop our school in order to reach these results. We strive to give the kids learning moments that they will never forget through staff training, enrichment outings, school visitors, and curriculum days. We are a rural school that acts as a gathering place for many clubs and organisations. We are eager to welcome new organisations into Wilstead Primary since we have strong ties to the neighbourhood scout unit. Explore our website at your leisure to see all the great things our school is up to.
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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-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.6 | - | 24.3 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 101 |
| 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 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 45% | 51.06% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 2.33% | 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 | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | 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 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 88 | 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 | 63% | 48.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 4.75% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | 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 | - | 46 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 46 | 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 | - | 23.15% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 2.41% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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 | - | 59 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 58 | 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 | - | 29.33% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 2.83% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 4th Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 19th 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 5th Nov 2024 - 18th 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wilstead Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1