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South Walney Infant and Nursery School
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South Walney Infant and Nursery School
- Primary
- Barrow-in-Furness LA14 3BZ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils develop their phonics skills well because the quality of teaching is good. The majority reached the expected standard in phonics screening check in 2018.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum makes good use of local opportunities and helps pupils develop skills across subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: The most able pupils need more challenging work in mathematics.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes in reading and writing were above national average; math outcomes were similar but slightly lower at greater depth.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders and teachers monitor progress rigorously and take effective action if pupils are at risk of falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils conduct themselves well and have good attitudes to learning. Behaviour is good both in class and around the school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support for pupils with SEN and/or disabilities is highly effective, helping them make good progress towards their targets.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying are rare, and pupils understand it well. They know teachers will stop any bullying if it occurs.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Procedures for keeping pupils safe are effective, and staff are trained to be vigilant and know how to report concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents agree that pupils feel safe in school, and they value the support their children receive from school.
Parental Involvement: Teachers provide workshops for parents to help them understand about supporting children's learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate in activity clubs such as football, dance, yoga, and multi-skills.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers share good practice and give feedback to each other, improving teaching quality across the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan carefully for different learning needs, ensuring almost all pupils make good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders monitor teaching quality through book checks and provide feedback to improve teaching.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Work for the most able pupils in mathematics sometimes lacks sufficient challenge.
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About Us
South Walney Infant and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 177 students from age 3-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Thank you for visiting the webpage for South Walney Infant & Nursery School. Being the Head Teacher at South Walney Infant and Nursery School makes me feel really privileged and proud. We are aware of how crucial it is for you to select the best school for your child. All of us are really proud of our school. We have very high standards for our kids and want them to grow up to be happy, safe, and passionate learners above all else. Through our extensive, varied, and imaginative curriculum, we foster children's innate desire to learn because we are passionate about education. We encourage and support our kids' development into joyful, healthy, thinking kids who are prepared and equipped to embrace all of life's experiences through our "attitudes toward learning." We are a committed group of compassionate and committed employees who collaborate to make sure that every child makes the best learning development possible. We see our school as a significant contributor to the neighbourhood and value our close ties to Saint Mary's Church. We cherish our close bonds with parents, carers, governors, and friends because they all contribute to making our school a lively, interesting environment to study. We cordially invite you to visit our school in action and discover what we think is a truly unique setting for yourself. We are eager to get to know you and collaborate with you.
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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 |
D-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.4 | 25.8 | 15.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 102 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at South Walney Infant and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
