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Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School
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Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School
- Primary
- Meltham HD9 4DA
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: High expectations in Year 6 literacy lessons with pupils achieving well in writing.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is well-planned, resulting in above-average attainment in English by Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve mathematical skills and ensure better progress for more able pupils in maths.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, demonstrate maturity, and enjoy positive relationships with teachers.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in reading is above average by the end of Year 2 and Year 6 but broadly average in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support ensures pupils make satisfactory progress; gaps in performance are closing.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support ensures good achievement for pupils who are disabled or have special educational needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying are rare, and pupils feel safe. Fixed-term exclusions have been eliminated.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Playground Champions and mentoring program effectively promote well-being and self-esteem.
Parent Feedback: Parents are highly supportive, and their responses confirm they consider teaching to be good.
Parental Involvement: Year 1 Twitter-feed keeps parents informed and involved with pupils' learning.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a good range of well-attended extra-curricular clubs.
Outdoor Facilities: Practical opportunities use the splendid grounds effectively to engage pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Positive relationships and high expectations in classrooms contribute to effective learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils make good progress owing to well-structured lessons and supportive teaching assistants.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teaching remains satisfactory, limiting the potential of more-able pupils.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Best practices are evident in many classes, but not consistently applied across all.
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About Us
Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 408 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 24% 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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| 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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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.4 | - | 23.1 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 107 | 103 |
| 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 | 103 | 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 | 24% | 55.9% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -7.9 | Well 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 | 105 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 64% 9 | 57.49% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 4 | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.0 | 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 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 4 | 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 | 55% 12 | 54.16% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 3 | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 1.6 | 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 | 107 | 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 | 67% | 51.56% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1