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Milking Bank Primary School
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Milking Bank Primary School
- Primary
- Dudley DY1 2SL
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| Previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is taught very well, pupils are confident and fluent readers
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress in all subjects, especially reading and mathematics
Areas Needing Improvement: Better use of pupil premium funds is needed to ensure all pupils achieve equally well
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress records show pupils do well in reading and mathematics
Support for Falling Behind: High levels of adult support help pupils who find learning difficult to achieve well
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' attitudes to learning are extremely positive; behaviour is exemplary
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs receive good one-to-one and group support
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and know adults will help with any difficulties; no incidences of bullying in school records
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school provides a safe and secure environment appreciated by all pupils
Parent Feedback: Parents agree the school keeps their children safe
Parental Involvement: Parent and toddler groups, story groups, and parenting classes provided in partnership with local children’s centre
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils have opportunities to learn Spanish and musical instruments; school has an orchestra and choir
Outdoor Facilities: School offers before- and after-school, and holiday clubs
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan activities well matched to abilities; high expectations for pupils’ achievement
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching ensures good progress in reading, writing and mathematics
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers receive valuable feedback to improve practice; occasional lack of opportunity to observe outstanding teaching
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers do not always get the most out of all groups in lessons
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About Us
Milking Bank Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 466 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 68% 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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Thanks for visiting Milking Bank Primary School. I hope you enjoy browsing our website and learn something new about our school while browsing it. A large residential area 1.5 miles from Dudley's town centre is served by Milking Bank Primary. The school is a group 3, 3 - 11 Primary School and first opened its doors in November 1989. The maximum number of students we can admit into our two-form system is 420. Additionally, we offer a Nursery Unit that serves thirty students each morning and afternoon. The school has fourteen class bases with quiet places, a music room, a library, a community centre, and home economics facilities. It also has a semi-open floor layout. At Milking Bank, our major goal is to create a joyful, safe atmosphere where kids can flourish and develop on all fronts—mentally, emotionally, socially, and physically. We hope that through a close collaboration with you, every child will reach their full potential and enjoy their time here. I sincerely hope you will support our hardworking staff as we all work to ensure the best academic standards for your kids in order to maintain and improve our school's stellar reputation. We may move forward with confidence, preparing our kids for their future life, by cooperating and fostering positive attitudes.
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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 | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.1 | - | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 102 |
| 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 | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 68% | 52.39% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 7.13% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 106 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 92 | 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 | 67% 1 | 55.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 1 | 7.77% | 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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 105 2 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 6 | 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 | 68% 21 | 54.42% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 6 | 6.78% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 103 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 47% | 52.77% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 6.55% | 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 | -5.0 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | Below 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 | 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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Milking Bank Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1