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Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
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Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
- Primary
- Kirklees HD3 4QT
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics sessions fizz with excitement; pupils love reading success. Handwriting is emphasized from early years with joining letters by Year 2.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have planned a curriculum that is ambitious, carefully considering the needs of all pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects like history lack continuity across year groups; early years' learning areas need more precise planning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers check pupils' understanding through questions and discussions; those who need extra help receive effective support.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who need more support in phonics are given effective extra sessions.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, follow routines, but some play unkindly. Staff handle issues promptly.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND achieve well; teachers ensure they are successful without lowering expectations.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Issues like bullying are dealt with, and parents are informed about actions taken.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are vigilant about safeguarding despite close links with families; regular training updates.
Parent Feedback: Parents feel welcome and know there is someone to talk to if they have concerns.
Parental Involvement: Leaders talk to parents about problems their children may be having and involve them in resolving issues.
Extracurricular Activities: Leaders arrange sports events and dance competitions; the choir sings to residents at a local care home.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use vocabulary well in lessons, making sure pupils learn and use new words confidently.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils become confident in showing what they know through teacher-led vocabulary and discussions.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers check pupils' knowledge effectively through questions and conversations.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some areas of early years learning are not as well planned out, leading to less precise teaching.
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About Us
Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 194 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 21% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe 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 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.6 | - | 21.1 |
| Proficient Math | 95 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 98 | 107 | 105 |
| 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 | 95 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 98 | 97 | 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 | 21% | 55.9% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.16% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -4.8 | Well 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 | 99 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 98 2 | 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 | 47% 3 | 57.49% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.58% | 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 | -6.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.3 | 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 | 97 3 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 100 1 | 90 | 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 | 44% 7 | 54.16% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.8% | 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 | -4.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -6.6 | 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 | 100 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 99 | 92 | 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% | 51.56% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.04% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | Below Average |
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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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1