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The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School
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The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School
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- Wakefield WF8 3NP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers teach early reading consistently.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have a well-designed curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some teachers do not carefully organize what they want pupils to learn.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers check what pupils can and cannot do in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional phonics lessons are in place for pupils who need to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are exceptionally polite and respectful.
Support for SEND Pupils: Specialist teachers use British sign language across the school.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and pupils have a clear understanding of what this is.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a carefully considered personal, social and health education curriculum.
Parent Feedback: Leaders promote the importance of attending school to parents.
Parental Involvement: Leaders work with many local partners to make sure that appropriate support is in place for all pupils and their families.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy taking part in the many sporting competitions available to them.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers feel their needs are considered and their well-being is a priority.
Impact on Student Progress: Adults revisit prior learning to check pupils can recall the sounds they know well.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers have good subject knowledge.
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The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 322 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1.
At this school, 85% 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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The Rookeries J, I & N School was constructed in 1961 and is located in a semi-rural area south-east of Pontefract, next to the lovely Carleton Green.
There are now about 260 students in the school, ranging in age from 4 to 11, which makes for a vibrant learning atmosphere where students of all ages are encouraged to play with one another, share their work with one another, and always be considerate of one another's feelings.
The primary school is located in a contemporary structure that has recently benefited from extensive renovations to produce bright, attractive classrooms that offer a stimulating environment for learning.
The Wakefield Pupil Placement Planning Department chose in 2018 to increase The Rookeries to a one and a half form entry.
The school added on last year to make two roomy classrooms and a dance/music studio.
The Wakefield Local Authority Primary Resource for deaf and hearing-impaired students is housed within the school, which is something the school is proud of and happy about.
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There are now about 260 students in the school, ranging in age from 4 to 11, which makes for a vibrant learning atmosphere where students of all ages are encouraged to play with one another, share their work with one another, and always be considerate of one another's feelings.
The primary school is located in a contemporary structure that has recently benefited from extensive renovations to produce bright, attractive classrooms that offer a stimulating environment for learning.
The Wakefield Pupil Placement Planning Department chose in 2018 to increase The Rookeries to a one and a half form entry.
The school added on last year to make two roomy classrooms and a dance/music studio.
The Wakefield Local Authority Primary Resource for deaf and hearing-impaired students is housed within the school, which is something the school is proud of and happy about.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B+
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B+
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 26.3 | 30.1 | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 110 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 112 | 104 |
| 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 | 107 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 85% | 59.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 28% | 7.4% | 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 | 8 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 6.5 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 5.6 | Well 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 | 104 1 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 101 | 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 | 71% | 62.78% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.39% | 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 | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | 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 | 103 1 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 6 | 97 | 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 | 71% 33 | 58.29% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.06% | 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 | -4.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.1 | 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 | 102 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 97 | 100 | 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 | 38% | 57.41% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.66% | 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 | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 - 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
26 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School
Local authority ratio 21 : 1