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Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School
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Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School
- Primary
- Kirklees WF15 6PR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers plan engaging and motivating lessons, leading to strong progress in writing and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy a broad curriculum and demonstrate enthusiastic learning with exemplary behaviour.
Areas Needing Improvement: Governors need a better appreciation of the impact of additional funding on disadvantaged pupils.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make strong progress in writing and mathematics, with above-average attainment scores for Year 6.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour around school and in classrooms is exemplary; pupils are kind, considerate, and welcoming.
Support for Falling Behind: The inclusion leader encourages parents to ensure daily attendance, but term-time holidays still affect some pupils' attendance.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are very well supported and encouraged to be independent learners. Peers also show mature understanding.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school has a strong safeguarding culture, and pupils are confident that staff would deal quickly with any concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand how to keep safe and healthy both in and out of school.
Parent Feedback: Parents express satisfaction with their children's progress and confidence in the teaching ability and leadership.
Parental Involvement: Parents are well-informed through weekly updates and information evenings.
Extracurricular Activities: Children delight in a variety of practical and inventive activities available to them.
Outdoor Facilities: Children can access a range of activities both inside and outside the classroom, enhancing their learning experience.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan practical and interactive lessons that pupils enjoy most, fostering engagement.
Impact on Student Progress: Consistent quality of teaching leads to high expectations and good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Quality remains high through regular monitoring of teaching and learning in classrooms.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Governors need to hold leaders more accountable for the use of funding to support disadvantaged pupils.
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Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 394 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 41% 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 strive to provide a friendly environment and to be available to parents whenever possible. We respect the opinions of our parents and work hard to establish a true collaboration between the home and the school. We believe that learning may be improved when parents and teachers collaborate closely. We strongly encourage immediate communication if there are any issues.
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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 | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.1 | 25.8 | 24.1 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 101 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 41% | 55.9% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 104 3 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 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 | 61% 19 | 57.49% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 6 | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | Above 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 | 107 3 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 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 | 80% 17 | 54.16% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 5 | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | Above 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 | 104 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 63% | 51.56% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | Above 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1