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May Bank Infants' School
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May Bank Infants' School
- Primary
- Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 0PT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: The school has prioritized the teaching of reading. Staff are very well trained in the school's approach to teaching reading .
Success of the Curriculum: The school has developed an ambitious curriculum with effective assessments to help pupils remember their learning over time .
Areas Needing Improvement: In some foundation subjects, the curriculum is not as sharply planned and sequenced .
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are supported to achieve well, especially in English and mathematics .
Support for Falling Behind: Additional practice and support are quickly put in place to help pupils catch up .
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well and have excellent attitudes to learning .
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are very well supported in lessons, with consistent approaches across the school .
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: There is an open culture of safeguarding throughout the school, with well-planned curriculum discussions on safety .
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils show empathy and understanding towards others; the staff ensures all pupils are included in activities .
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive and appreciate being included in the life of the school .
Parental Involvement: Parents are included in the life of the school and their feedback is positive .
Extracurricular Activities: The school provides a range of activities such as an African drumming club and art exhibition .
Outdoor Facilities: Children enjoy learning in carefully designed indoor and outdoor areas .
Teacher Engagement: Staff value the care and support from senior leaders and governors, feeling proud to work at the school .
Impact on Student Progress: The careful planning and scaffolding in lessons help pupils become confident learners .
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff use assessments well to ensure they revisit important knowledge and skills .
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May Bank Infants' School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 167 students from age 5-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We establish and uphold a joyful, loving, exciting learning atmosphere where kids can build their self-esteem and confidence while also learning to respect others and the environment.
Through a comprehensive, balanced curriculum, we support the development of fundamental literacy and numeracy abilities.
We want to transfer successful, driven, and self-assured learners to the next level of their study.
May Bank Infants School has a long history of being a joyful and caring institution that supports high standards of conduct and academic achievement in a warm environment.
We assist our kids in developing a love of learning, self-confidence, and respect for others and the environment by offering a challenging curriculum, a wide variety of enrichment activities, and a well-organized atmosphere.
At May Bank, we promote the development of students' own informed values, self-respect, sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others, and a willingness to confront injustices and disadvantages based on race, gender, ability, and class.
In how they interact with the kids, all of the staff members are dedicated to these goals.
We think that through raising each child's sense of worth, they will learn to value learning, respect themselves and others, and reach their full potential.
The school values the contribution that parents and carers make and actively attempts to collaborate with them.
We think that parents and other carers are important sources of knowledge and play a crucial part in their children's education.
This school is excellent.
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Through a comprehensive, balanced curriculum, we support the development of fundamental literacy and numeracy abilities.
We want to transfer successful, driven, and self-assured learners to the next level of their study.
May Bank Infants School has a long history of being a joyful and caring institution that supports high standards of conduct and academic achievement in a warm environment.
We assist our kids in developing a love of learning, self-confidence, and respect for others and the environment by offering a challenging curriculum, a wide variety of enrichment activities, and a well-organized atmosphere.
At May Bank, we promote the development of students' own informed values, self-respect, sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others, and a willingness to confront injustices and disadvantages based on race, gender, ability, and class.
In how they interact with the kids, all of the staff members are dedicated to these goals.
We think that through raising each child's sense of worth, they will learn to value learning, respect themselves and others, and reach their full potential.
The school values the contribution that parents and carers make and actively attempts to collaborate with them.
We think that parents and other carers are important sources of knowledge and play a crucial part in their children's education.
This school is excellent.
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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 |
D-
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B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.9 | 25.8 | 24.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 104 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at May Bank Infants' School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1