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Wood Ley Community Primary School
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Wood Ley Community Primary School
- Primary
- Stowmarket IP14 1UF
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| Capacity for sustained improvement | Good |
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Foundational Skills: High emphasis on literacy and numeracy supports pupils' good progress.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is effective in ensuring pupils are motivated and achieve well.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to use assessment information more effectively to meet individual learning needs.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' attainment is above average in maths and reading by the time they leave the school.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support is provided for underachieving pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The majority of pupils behave well and sustain high levels of concentration.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school is very successful in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and are confident that any concerns are addressed promptly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There are rigorous procedures for monitoring pupils' attendance and following up absences.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very positive and express satisfaction with the school's impact on their children's learning.
Parental Involvement: Regular liaison with parents and carers, who highly appreciate the care and support their children receive.
Extracurricular Activities: A good range of clubs and activities enhances pupils' enjoyment and experience.
Teacher Engagement: Majority of teaching is good with teachers planning appropriate lessons.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching ensures pupils make good progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers are not fully engaging their pupils or checking their understanding of the work.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: New senior team members need to extend their monitoring roles.
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Wood Ley Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 312 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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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At Wood Ley Community Primary School, we encourage each student to set high goals and push themselves further.
We are a passionate and committed professional staff that is committed to providing every kid with the finest start in their educational career.
To help each person acquire the abilities needed to confront their future and help them become responsible citizens, we collaborate with our community.
We work hard to encourage an all-inclusive learning partnership that uses a whole-school strategy.
In order to meet the needs of the children, all staff members, parents/caregivers, and governors must collaborate.
Create opportunities for kids to interact with parents/caregivers and the larger community as a community school to improve learning possibilities.
As an inclusive school, we consider everyone's requirements and guarantee the continuity and advancement of kids' learning and development.
Our goal is to provide an environment where students may adopt a positive outlook, boost their self-esteem, gain confidence, and develop autonomous learning and thinking abilities in order to help them grow as a person.
to become aware of the significance of living a healthy lifestyle.
Wood Ley School's objectives will be fulfilled through promoting a caring and secure environment.
We have 12 school principles, and every six weeks, we highlight one of them via assemblies, circle time in the classroom, and personal, social, and health education sessions.
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We are a passionate and committed professional staff that is committed to providing every kid with the finest start in their educational career.
To help each person acquire the abilities needed to confront their future and help them become responsible citizens, we collaborate with our community.
We work hard to encourage an all-inclusive learning partnership that uses a whole-school strategy.
In order to meet the needs of the children, all staff members, parents/caregivers, and governors must collaborate.
Create opportunities for kids to interact with parents/caregivers and the larger community as a community school to improve learning possibilities.
As an inclusive school, we consider everyone's requirements and guarantee the continuity and advancement of kids' learning and development.
Our goal is to provide an environment where students may adopt a positive outlook, boost their self-esteem, gain confidence, and develop autonomous learning and thinking abilities in order to help them grow as a person.
to become aware of the significance of living a healthy lifestyle.
Wood Ley School's objectives will be fulfilled through promoting a caring and secure environment.
We have 12 school principles, and every six weeks, we highlight one of them via assemblies, circle time in the classroom, and personal, social, and health education sessions.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.8 | 25.8 | 22.3 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | 108 |
| 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 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 96 | 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 | 62% | 51.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.06% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 4 | 95 | 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% 18 | 58.41% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 4 | 8.08% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 104 2 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 93 | 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 | 51% 10 | 55.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 4 | 7.89% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 102 | 86 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 87 | 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 | 61% | 50.1% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.24% | 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 | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wood Ley Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
