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Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery
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Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery
- Primary
- Wakefield WF10 1HF
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Whole-school approach to phonics and reading shows remarkable impact for all pupils, especially boys and disadvantaged.
Success of the Curriculum: Current curriculum not always engaging pupils; redesign in early stages but logical and building on learned skills.
Areas Needing Improvement: Outdoor provision in early years needs enhancement to develop critical thinking and improve adult interactions.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes in phonics, reading, and mathematics are strong, showing excellent improvements.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who didn't achieve good level of development catching up quickly due to whole-school approach.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is excellent; they work well together, follow instructions, and move calmly and safely.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are exceptionally well supported by highly skilled staff, making consistently good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: No evidence of bullying and pupils are respectful. Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose and effectively monitored.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff and governors have regular update training, ensuring high-quality recording and action on concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about all aspects of the school, valuing the exchange of information and involvement in planning.
Parental Involvement: School involves parents effectively, taking actions to address issues like attendance, resulting in reduced absenteeism.
Extracurricular Activities: Simple equipment supports play and imaginative games, with staff engagement to develop play effectively.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoors provision needs enhancement to enable children to reinforce learning and improve adult interactions.
Teacher Engagement: Observations of teaching are accurate, with high-quality advice given, though expectations could be higher for all pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching is good overall; however, expectations need to be more consistent to translate into better outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching is regularly observed and assessed, with evidence collected from pupil work and discussions.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff do not consistently challenge pupils to further effort and higher goals.
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Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 175 students from age 3-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In September 1993, Castleford underwent an area reorganisation, and Wheldon Infant School and Nursery was born. When the former Castleford Nursery and Wheldon Lane First School merged on the Nursery site, the school was initially inaugurated as a First School in September 1986. The school is close to Castleford's town centre, as well as nearby private houses and local businesses. Behind the school, there are lovely grounds with a sports field and a nature habitat. The children's happiness, security, and enjoyment of their educational experience are crucial if we are to promote learning for the future.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
D-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-7 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23 | 25.8 | 22.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 105 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery
Local authority ratio 21 : 1
