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Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School
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Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School
- Primary
- Crigglestone WF4 3HW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Inadequate |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of phonics is well organized and planned. Staff who teach phonics are experts, modeling sounds clearly and accurately.
Success of the Curriculum: Since the last inspection, leaders have improved the curriculum. Pupils are now making better progress, especially in reading.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils' achievement is inconsistent in modern foreign languages (MFL) and computing.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils’ outcomes in the statutory tests at the end of key stages 1 and 2 have improved.
Support for Falling Behind: Children who fall behind in their reading receive extra support, helping them to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, show respect, and hold doors for adults with a cheerful smile.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities get the support they need to learn well.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say bullying is very rare and are confident adults deal with any worries or concerns quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff know how to keep pupils safe because of high-quality training.
Parent Feedback: Parents told us how much they appreciate celebrating their children’s achievements during ‘celebration assemblies’.
Parental Involvement: Staff help parents to support their children’s learning and engage well with children.
Extracurricular Activities: Many pupils enjoy extra-curricular opportunities, including sporting activities, visits, and outdoor learning.
Teacher Engagement: Governors listen to the views of staff and act to improve their well-being and reduce workload.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan important content for pupils to know, ensuring they progress in subjects like mathematics.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers lack confidence in teaching MFL and computing, leading to inconsistent pupil achievement.
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About Us
Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 201 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 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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We urge our students at Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School to set high standards for themselves. By the time they complete their journey at Mackie Hill and move on to the next exciting phase of their lives, we want our kids to be accountable, self-assured, and connected to the world in which they live.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | 25.8 | 19.9 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | 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 | 100 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 102 | 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% | 59.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 7.4% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 105 6 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 10 | 101 | 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 | 67% 27 | 62.78% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.39% | 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 | 0.0 | Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | 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 | 99 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 100 2 | 97 | 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 | 40% 5 | 58.29% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.06% | 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 | -4.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.4 | Well 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 | 99 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 98 | 100 | 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 | 35% | 57.41% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.66% | 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 | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.1 | 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School
Local authority ratio 21 : 1