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Pinfold Primary School
- Primary
- Tameside SK14 3NL
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| Previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Focus on developing language and mathematical skills through taught sessions.
Success of the Curriculum: Outstanding curriculum with rich experiences supports future development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Need more opportunities to develop literacy and mathematical skills through play activities.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in reading above national average; in mathematics, rapidly rising.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support through specialist teaching helps struggling readers make good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary with mutual respect and keen attitude toward learning.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School is a very safe place to learn with pupils confident about whom to speak to if needed.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong commitment to care, high expectations of behaviour, encourage regular attendance.
Parent Feedback: Vast majority of parents are very happy with the school, as indicated by Parent View responses.
Parental Involvement: Parents welcomed into school and encouraged to support learning; regular consultations held.
Extracurricular Activities: A wealth of additional experiences and trips enhances the curriculum.
Outdoor Facilities: Competing successfully at regional and national levels in sports.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have high expectations and good questioning skills, focused on successful learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Majority of pupils making good or better progress due to teaching.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, work is either too easy or too hard; not all teachers adapt lessons quickly enough.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Effective marking not always shared with other staff; pupils need time to follow up advice.
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About Us
Pinfold Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 400 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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At Pinfold Primary School, we take pride in giving every student the chance to reach their full academic, emotional, and social potential.
To encourage talent and include students in activities that foster self-worth, confidence, and a positive outlook, all of our staff members will put up a lot of effort.
As a school, we are friendly and approachable.
The following beliefs, aims, and objectives will guide everyone at Pinfold Primary School in their efforts to deliver a top-notch educational experience.
to give every child the life skills they need to succeed academically and realise their full potential.
to provide a welcoming, welcoming, exciting, and inclusive environment where each kid is acknowledged, cared for, cherished, and supported.
Pinfold will work hard to ensure that everyone in the community participates, especially families, who are crucial to supporting their children's education.
This collaboration will promote wholesome attitudes that inspire kids to be lifelong learners.
through a range of learning scenarios that are suited for their particular growth and ability, gain concepts, knowledge, and skills.
to appreciate and respect the diversity of individuals, cultures, and faiths, as well as their contributions to modern society, and to comprehend the world in which they live.
Our kids will learn a variety of skills that will allow them to access our curriculum in order to accomplish these goals.
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To encourage talent and include students in activities that foster self-worth, confidence, and a positive outlook, all of our staff members will put up a lot of effort.
As a school, we are friendly and approachable.
The following beliefs, aims, and objectives will guide everyone at Pinfold Primary School in their efforts to deliver a top-notch educational experience.
to give every child the life skills they need to succeed academically and realise their full potential.
to provide a welcoming, welcoming, exciting, and inclusive environment where each kid is acknowledged, cared for, cherished, and supported.
Pinfold will work hard to ensure that everyone in the community participates, especially families, who are crucial to supporting their children's education.
This collaboration will promote wholesome attitudes that inspire kids to be lifelong learners.
through a range of learning scenarios that are suited for their particular growth and ability, gain concepts, knowledge, and skills.
to appreciate and respect the diversity of individuals, cultures, and faiths, as well as their contributions to modern society, and to comprehend the world in which they live.
Our kids will learn a variety of skills that will allow them to access our curriculum in order to accomplish these goals.
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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 |
A-
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.6 | 25.8 | 19.7 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 106 | 102 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 102 | 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 | 69% | 56.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 4.22% | 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 | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.2 | Above 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 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 56% 8 | 61.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 1 | 7.39% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | 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 | 103 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 3 | 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 | 48% 12 | 61.27% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 6 | 7.48% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | 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 | 103 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 93 | 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 | 60% | 57.98% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 7% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pinfold Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1