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The Stephen Longfellow Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
The Stephen Longfellow Academy
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The Stephen Longfellow Academy
- All-through
- Leeds LS11 8PG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
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Academic Progress: Teachers make sure pupils build upon their knowledge step by step, particularly strong in mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils know the school's behaviour policy inside-out, behave well and bullying is uncommon.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers plan to fill gaps in knowledge for pupils who miss lessons. This practice needs wider adoption.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers understand pupils' emotional and academic needs, using precise vocabulary and expecting high standards.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers help weaker readers develop phonics and use interesting texts to stretch pupils' abilities.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Consistent planning and strong subject knowledge help teachers support social and emotional needs effectively.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Staff work closely with parents, providing excellent support for vulnerable pupils.
Communication with Parents: Leaders' detailed records show prompt follow-ups on concerns, ensuring effective communication.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents closely involved and satisfied with support for their children.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure all concerns and referrals are followed up promptly, keeping pupils safe.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders aim to have subjects like mainstream schools while supporting mental health needs.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is uncommon and staff encourage consistent good behaviour.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils' behaviour improves quickly after settling in, demonstrating calmness in lessons.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: High-quality pastoral support and staff training ensure pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of activities including football, karate, gym, chess club, and breakfast tutorial.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Leaders map out opportunities for personal development alongside academics.
Career Counselling Services: Excellent career guidance helps the majority of pupils move on to college or a job.
Support for SEND: Teachers know how to help pupils with social and emotional needs effectively.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects in both primary and secondary phases, including Mandarin and vocational options.
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About Us
The Stephen Longfellow Academy is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1 students from age 5-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 5-16 | 3-19 | 4-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 6.6 | 9.3 | 17.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | 50% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Stephen Longfellow Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1