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Kirkland Church of England Academy
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Kirkland Church of England Academy
- Primary
- Lamplugh CA26 3XU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is central, supported by strong staff expertise. Early mathematics is a focus in early years and key stage 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils benefit from an ambitious, well-designed curriculum that builds on previous knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment approaches need refinement to better identify gaps in learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading is central; pupils who struggle receive timely support. Mathematics is a core focus early on.
Support for Falling Behind: Timely support for pupils struggling with reading; SEND needs are swiftly identified.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes and are proud of their good behavior and responsibilities.
Support for SEND Pupils: Additional needs are quickly identified, with tailored support involving outside professionals and parents.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School ensures effective safeguarding measures and promotes a positive culture around pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong emphasis on emotional and mental well-being; chime sessions encourage reflection.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views are gathered through Ofsted Parent View, indicating active engagement.
Parental Involvement: Parents and carers are involved in building the right educational support for pupils.
Extracurricular Activities: A rich variety of after-school activities and trips enhance personal development.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor learning opportunities are highly valued by pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Staff benefit from well-thought-out training, are supported by leadership, and are proud to work at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff connect new information to previous knowledge, though some gaps remain.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Assessment refinement needed to improve learning checks in a few subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers check pupils' retention of knowledge, with ongoing improvements needed in some subjects.
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About Us
Kirkland Church of England Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 34 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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C
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 12 | 12.9 | 22.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | 105 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | - | 103 | 102 |
| 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 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
12 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Kirkland Church of England Academy
Local authority ratio 17 : 1