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Poplars Farm Primary School
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Poplars Farm Primary School
- Primary
- Bradford BD2 1LQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers help pupils develop fluency in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum motivates pupils, leading to well-developed writing skills and improved test results.
Areas Needing Improvement: Greater challenge needed for the most able pupils in subjects like science and geography.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders and teachers have lifted expectations and adjusted the curriculum to match national standards.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well mannered, polite, friendly, and welcoming.
Performance in Maths & Reading: 2017 results showed improvement with pupils making broadly average progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: Early help is secured for pupils who need it, ensuring detailed tracking of concerns.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Adults teach pupils how to stay safe, understand risks, and deal with bullying effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose; adults are vigilant and well trained.
Parent Feedback: Parents’ survey responses are positive; governors visit the school to verify leader reports.
Parental Involvement: You have forged stronger links with parents and carers, involving them in the school community.
Extracurricular Activities: Regular curriculum 'focus days' allow for practical learning and deep thinking.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers model desired behaviors and consistently challenge pupils, especially the most able.
Impact on Student Progress: Most pupils are making good progress, with some showing quickened progress due to targeted challenges.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Routine classroom observations and feedback are in place to maintain high teaching standards.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers need to provide even greater challenge for the most able pupils in some subjects.
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About Us
Poplars Farm Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 431 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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 |
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 | 24.1 | 25.8 | 22.8 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 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 | 105 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 101 | 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 | 67% | 56.64% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 5.95% | 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 | - |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | 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 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 60% 7 | 59.75% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 4 | 8.4% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 95 | 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% 15 | 56.47% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 2 | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 104 | 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 | 68% | 54.41% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 7.4% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | Average |
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Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Poplars Farm Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1