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Denby Dale First and Nursery School
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Denby Dale First and Nursery School
- Primary
- Denby Dale HD8 8SG
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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: Reading is a key priority, staff teach phonics well
Success of the Curriculum: Most subjects are carefully planned, pupils recall previous learning well
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need better planning for key knowledge and skills
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils read books matched to the sounds they are learning
Support for Falling Behind: Swift and effective support provided for those who start to fall behind
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well with high expectations from staff
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff use appropriate adaptations and resources for SEND pupils, fully included in lessons
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying are extremely rare, quick intervention by adults
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe, enjoy learning, and there are opportunities for support
Parent Feedback: Positive feedback from parents on new behaviour policy
Parental Involvement: Parents welcomed into school for workshops and events
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of well-attended clubs available
Outdoor Facilities: Exciting activities provided for development both indoors and outside
Teacher Engagement: Staff are calm, friendly, and question children well
Impact on Student Progress: Staff help pupils succeed academically and personally
Teaching Staff Challenges: Many staff are new but feel valued and supported
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Quality of teaching assessed through lesson observations and pupil work
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About Us
Denby Dale First and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 97 students from age 2-10 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
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 |
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 2-10 | 3-11 | 4-10 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.2 | - | 17.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Denby Dale First and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1