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The Ellis Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
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The Ellis Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
- Primary
- Barnsley S73 0PS
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff follow a consistent approach to the teaching of phonics, helping children to learn new sounds well.
Success of the Curriculum: A well-sequenced and deep programme of learning across all subjects from early years to Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: Curriculum plans are applied less effectively in some subjects than others, making pupils learn less effectively when this happens.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In mathematics, teachers help pupils to learn more by repeating essential knowledge. In key stage 1, most pupils read fluently and with understanding.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders and staff have designed detailed plans and give support to ensure pupils achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good. Pupils are respectful and polite, though some pupils occasionally disrupt learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: All pupils, including those with SEND, are treated with dignity and respect. The school promotes equality of opportunity.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is addressed effectively, and pupils feel safe in school, knowing how to get help if worried.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a strong culture of safeguarding in the school, with vigilant staff aware of their responsibilities.
Parent Feedback: Parents agree that the school is a happy and safe place where their children can learn.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a wealth of opportunities for sports and outdoor enrichment activities including orienteering, team building, and competitions.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive coaching and support, and feel well supported by leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: Leaders provide the training and resources needed for effective teaching.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders help staff manage their time and workload demands to teach effectively.
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About Us
The Ellis Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 230 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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Goals and Values at Home SEND Holidays and Absence from Work virtually Admissions Report from Ofsted Report SIAMS Results of School Performance Calendar Guidelines Student Premium Breakfast Club, Milk, and School Meals Communication of the School's Uniform Privacy Notice Classes Infant Foundation Year 2: Year 1: Year 2: Year 3: Year 4: Year 5: Year 6: Curriculum Christian Education British Ideals Young Years Beginning Stage Reading / English Writing in English and studying phonics Speech / English Maths History Science Geography Curriculum in Art, Design, Music, Sport, Computing, and Modern Languages PSHE Sports Premium and PE Clubs outside the classroom PE and sport education Events and Competitions for Active Travel Church and Community Staff and Governors Governors Governor's Area Staff Gallery Contacts for the PTFA Hemingfield Action Group.
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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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C+
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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 | 23.2 | 25.8 | 25.2 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 108 |
| 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 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 101 | 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 | 48% | 60.22% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.79% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 102 | 103 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 102 | 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 | 57% 14 | 66.61% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.78% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 102 | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 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 | 43% 7 | 63.78% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.29% | 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 | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | 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 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 99 | 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 | 50% | 58.86% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 7.22% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Ellis Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
Local authority ratio 21 : 1
