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Lowedges Junior Academy
- Primary
- Sheffield S8 7JG
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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: Leaders have an effective system to teach phonics. Early reading starts straightaway in Reception Year.
Success of the Curriculum: Teachers choose activities so that pupils acquire important knowledge. Pupils remember their learning well.
Areas Needing Improvement: System to check long-term retention of knowledge in some subjects is not well established.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Early reading starts straightaway in Reception Year. Pupils decode new words using phonic sounds they know.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who need extra support catch up quickly in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, respectful, and show positive attitudes towards learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive system for teaching pupils with SEND. Supported with resources.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: If bullying happens, teachers resolve it promptly. Leaders understand risks pupils may face.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Annual training programme for adults. Appropriate support is put in place for pupils and families.
Parent Feedback: Leaders promote the importance of attending school to parents through regular meetings.
Parental Involvement: Parents and carers are involved through meetings and promoting attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy curriculum visits, learning experiences like riding a bicycle or visiting the cinema.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers feel their needs are considered and well-being is a priority.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers identify and build children's knowledge securely over time.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Subject leaders check subjects are taught consistently well, bringing improvements in teaching quality.
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Lowedges Junior Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 343 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 49% 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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Welcome to the webpage for Lowedges Junior Academy. This website is intended to help keep students, families, and staff informed of the most recent news and events. No of their age, ability, gender, or ethnicity, we at Lowedges are dedicated to delivering high-quality learning and teaching that enables everyone to attain their greatest potential. We recognise the individuality of each person and collaborate in an open environment of respect and consideration, recognising the contributions of all. By working together with the local and larger community, we hope to assist our young people in effectively integrating into society. The welfare of children must be protected and promoted by all adults in the classroom. We will work to meet and exceed expectations with your help.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.2 | 22.8 | 17.7 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 105 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 106 | 101 |
| 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 | 103 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 98 | 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 | 49% | 53.62% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.77% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 4 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 69% 16 | 60.61% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 2 | 8.51% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 100 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 3 | 96 | 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 | 53% 9 | 56.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 7.42% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 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 | 101 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 96 | 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 | 62% | 55.3% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.58% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 5.4 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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 | 31st Mar 2025 - 11th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th 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 - 30th Mar 2025 |
| Summer Term | 12th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lowedges Junior Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
