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Shardlow Primary School
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Shardlow Primary School
- Primary
- Shardlow and Great Wilne DE72 2GR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritized with a well-structured phonics program starting in Reception, and maths curriculum is strong with new concepts approached confidently.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have rewritten the curriculum in all subjects, ensuring progressive learning from Reception to Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: Further refinements are needed in art, design and technology, and computing. Teachers need to check pupils’ understanding more quickly.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Maths curriculum is strong with regular 'warm up' sessions; reading is at the heart of everything with initiatives like the 'Rainbow Reading Challenge'.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, cooperate, and show kindness. They take on responsibilities and understand the seriousness of bullying.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff do not always provide timely support in lessons, risking gaps in knowledge and skills.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders ensure quick identification of needs and appropriate support, liaising with parents and external services.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong systems in place; pupils report concerns through 'worry box' and adults take these seriously. Safeguarding is a top priority.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Support for physical and mental health is strong, and the school’s values encourage respect and resilience.
Parental Involvement: Staff liaise regularly with parents, particularly for those with SEND.
Parent Feedback: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View; positive links with community organizations.
Extracurricular Activities: Range of clubs available including sports, music, book club, coding club, and robotics club.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive regular training to deliver the curriculum; staff appreciate leaders’ concern for their well-being and professional development opportunities.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff praise the training and development they receive, but improvements are needed in checking pupil understanding.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers do not always check understanding quickly, hindering some students' progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers struggle with checking pupils' understanding promptly.
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About Us
Shardlow Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 94 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 56% 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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Our school is a small school with a large heart; it is a vibrant setting with a strong sense of community where our students are inspired to be the best version of themselves! We take pride in holding our students to the highest standards in a supportive, considerate environment that is brimming with opportunity and activities. We collaborate closely with our parents, governors, members of the neighbourhood community, and our peers in the Willows Academy Trust to design a curriculum and atmosphere where our students may succeed. We really hope that you can find everything you require on our website, but if you require any more assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information on our contacts page.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 5-11 | 4-11 | 5-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 18.2 | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 104 | - |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 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 | 103 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 94 | 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 | 56% | 53.86% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.12% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 111 6 | 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 | 80% 17 | 58.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% | 9.76% | 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 | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | 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 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 63% 8 | 57.25% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.52% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 89 | 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 | 71% | 53.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 8.32% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | Above 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Shardlow Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1