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Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School
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Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School
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- Sitlington WF4 4HQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is taught effectively; pupils are taught to read with fluency and expression
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum reflects a wide range of subjects and a variety of visits and visitors into school
Areas Needing Improvement: Provide more opportunities for pupils to apply their mathematics, writing, grammar and punctuation skills in subjects across the curriculum
Performance in Maths & Reading: All groups of pupils make good progress in a range of subjects, including reading and mathematics
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities receive effective support
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' personal development and behaviour are good; pupils feel safe and cooperate well with each other
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities receive effective support
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils expressed positive feelings of safety in the school
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Systems to keep pupils safe and support their welfare are secure
Parent Feedback: The large majority of parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school and its improvements
Parental Involvement: Communication and relationships with parents are strong; parents are welcomed into school and regularly share information
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide variety of sporting activities including Zumba and archery
Outdoor Facilities: Secure arrangements for safeguarding and welfare; children are taught well how to exercise independence and stay safe indoors and outdoors
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have responded well to leaders’ higher expectations and are held accountable for their teaching and for pupils’ progress
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching has improved and is now good, leading to good progress for pupils from their different starting points
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders make frequent and rigorous checks on teaching through lesson observations and workbooks
Teaching Staff Challenges: Best teaching practice is not always shared widely among staff
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About Us
Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 192 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 63% 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 Netherton J&I School, we are committed to fostering a learning environment where all students are encouraged to think critically, always strive for progress, and develop a lifelong love of learning. We will provide our kids the tools they need to become responsible citizens who can contribute to their community, the world, and a sustainable future. Every child develops into an eager, self-reliant, lifelong learner who realises their full potential. that students may have secure, healthy, and satisfying lives because they have a strong sense of self-worth and respect for one another. Children become responsible adults who contribute as kind citizens. Along with an engaging and well-balanced curriculum that will foster each child's love of learning and imagination, all students should "Enjoy, Achieve, and Aspire." that the community as a whole, the school, and the parents work well together; that all kids are capable of thriving in a culture that is always evolving in terms of technology.
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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 |
C
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B-
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B-
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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 | 23.1 | 25.8 | 19 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 103 |
| 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 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 63% | 59.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | Below 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 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 63% | 62.78% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 4 | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 2 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 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 | 63% 4 | 58.29% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 10 | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 67% | 57.41% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | Below 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School
Local authority ratio 21 : 1
