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Shelley First School
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Shelley First School
- Primary
- Kirkburton HD8 8HU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a school priority with daily phonics lessons and well-matched books for early readers.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum in reading and mathematics is well established and strong.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some foundation subjects need improved impact to fill knowledge gaps.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading and mathematics curricula are strong; pupils build knowledge step by step.
Support for Falling Behind: Catch-up or fresh start programs are effectively implemented for pupils needing extra help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are courteous, kind, and focused on their work.
Support for SEND Pupils: Tailored adjustments are provided in each subject area to support SEND pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff respond to and sort out bullying; atmosphere is calm and purposeful.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and can identify trusted adults; safeguarding responsibilities are taken seriously.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views are considered through Ofsted Parent View and during inspections.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils attend clubs such as choir, textiles, and sports, applying skills in competitions.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive training and support to meet children's learning needs effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching helps pupils to build and revisit knowledge effectively.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment systems are used to identify where plans need adjusting.
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About Us
Shelley First School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 182 students from age 4-10 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We can construct a network of schools capable of attaining this objective by continuously striving to enliven and develop our people.
By maintaining this concentration, we hope to make a significant contribution to the field of education and serve as a role model for others.
enabling each Trust member to utilise their unique strength and potential.
to develop fantastic learning opportunities for young people and future generations.
to do our part in assisting all students in having a positive impact on the world.
The Mast Academy Trust was founded in December 2016 to leverage its Academy status to strengthen already-solid relationships centred on the students and families in our community.
The Trust currently has four excellent schools serving students aged 4 to 13 in its care.
We want to transform the offerings and results for students and their families by strategically collaborating across our Pyramid of schools and with other agencies.
The Trust intends to aggressively collaborate with other schools and the Regional Schools Commissioner (RSC) to expand its family of academies once it is created, in addition to its improvement efforts in its current member academies.
This will make it easier to implement system-led innovations that are enhanced, to collaborate inside the organisation among leaders and personnel, and to achieve better economies of scale that are necessary in the difficult educational environment.
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We can construct a network of schools capable of attaining this objective by continuously striving to enliven and develop our people.
By maintaining this concentration, we hope to make a significant contribution to the field of education and serve as a role model for others.
enabling each Trust member to utilise their unique strength and potential.
to develop fantastic learning opportunities for young people and future generations.
to do our part in assisting all students in having a positive impact on the world.
The Mast Academy Trust was founded in December 2016 to leverage its Academy status to strengthen already-solid relationships centred on the students and families in our community.
The Trust currently has four excellent schools serving students aged 4 to 13 in its care.
We want to transform the offerings and results for students and their families by strategically collaborating across our Pyramid of schools and with other agencies.
The Trust intends to aggressively collaborate with other schools and the Regional Schools Commissioner (RSC) to expand its family of academies once it is created, in addition to its improvement efforts in its current member academies.
This will make it easier to implement system-led innovations that are enhanced, to collaborate inside the organisation among leaders and personnel, and to achieve better economies of scale that are necessary in the difficult educational environment.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 4-10 | 4-10 | 4-10 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.1 | 22.5 | 26.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Shelley First School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1