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Hovingham Primary School
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Hovingham Primary School
- Primary
- Leeds LS8 3QY
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Based on the inspection date: 27 February 2024
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers do not use assessment consistently well, causing many pupils to fall behind in reading and writing.
Success of the Curriculum: Some subjects, like mathematics, are effectively implemented, while others like art are underdeveloped.
Areas Needing Improvement: The school must improve pedagogical knowledge among staff and ensure activities align with curriculum goals.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well and are polite and welcoming.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils can remember much of what they have been taught in mathematics but struggle with reading basics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers do not use assessments well to address gaps quickly, leaving some students behind.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported through visual aids and necessary equipment.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Most pupils feel safe and believe bullying is handled well by staff.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a vigilant culture of identifying pupils who may be vulnerable or at risk of harm.
Parent Feedback: Most parents and pupils believe bullying incidents are managed well by the school.
Parental Involvement: Leaders liaise effectively with outside agencies and carry out home visits to improve attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy attending various extracurricular clubs such as ballet, football, choir, drama, and craft clubs.
Teacher Engagement: Most staff, including new teachers, feel well supported and believe leaders consider their workload and well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' inconsistent use of assessments means gaps in pupils' knowledge are not swiftly addressed.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers need better training to improve their pedagogical knowledge and enhance curriculum delivery.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff need to improve how they check pupils’ understanding both in lessons and over time.
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About Us
Hovingham Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 713 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 20% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At Hovingham School, we believe that all children are unique individuals with a right to a safe and happy environment which offers acceptance and respect for everyone, enabling all to reach their full potential. Our vision is to be the 'hub' of our community, providing a centre of excellence where every child is valued for their individuality, personality and self-worth; one where the highest levels of achievement and attainment are accessible to all. Our school motto is to 'Aim High' and we certainly believe we can. To be a school where every child experiences high quality teaching and where learning takes account of the changing needs and diversity of our children to enable all to achieve. To provide an inclusive curriculum and a stimulating, safe environment that nurtures the aspirations, life chances and happiness of all our children. To establish wider education networks to bring academic, social and emotional benefit to our children; and to be recognised as a valued and respected partner within our local communities. to create a productive and resilient organisation that helps our school become the best it can be. In all we do, both the kids and the staff members "Aim High." We have the utmost respect for our institution. We put in a lot of effort, practise kindness and respect, and are dedicated to each child's success. We hope our website gives you a sense of the 'Hovingham Way!'.
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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 |
A+
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.6 | - | 22.1 |
| Proficient Math | 95 | 111 | 96 |
| Proficient Read | 95 | 107 | 99 |
| 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 95 | 100 | 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 | 20% | 57.84% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.83% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 1 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 97 3 | 98 | 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 | 23% 6 | 60.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.93% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.0 | 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 | 98 3 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 100 | 95 | 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 | 29% 30 | 57.58% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.82% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3 | 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 | 101 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 95 | 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 | 59% | 53.84% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 6.87% | 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 | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 7.7 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 4.3 | Well Above 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hovingham Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
