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Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
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Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
- Primary
- Kirklees WF12 9DL
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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: Phonics is taught daily, helping students to read and write more complex words and sentences.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is rich and varied, leading to good skill development across subjects including reading, maths, music, art, and humanities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Need to raise expectations for the most able pupils and ensure consistent support from teaching assistants.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in both subjects, with comprehension skills improving in reading.
Support for Falling Behind: No time is wasted in providing help for pupils falling behind, often through one-on-one support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display good behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning, working cooperatively and applying themselves well.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school identifies specific needs early and provides comprehensive support programs, including music and pony therapy, aiding significant progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with promptly when it occurs. Staff ensure a strong culture of safeguarding.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school’s work to promote personal development and welfare is good, with effective safeguarding measures and high staff involvement.
Parent Feedback: Most parents are supportive of the school, happy with communication, and would recommend it to others.
Parental Involvement: Parents can contribute to assessments through an online system and participate in 'stay and play' sessions, ensuring good communication.
Extracurricular Activities: A good menu of lunchtime and after-school clubs, such as drawing, gardening, and enterprise clubs enhance the curriculum.
Outdoor Facilities: The large outdoor area allows for various activities including running, climbing, and role-playing, with ponies providing unique interaction opportunities.
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high, and teachers enjoy working at the school, which positively impacts student engagement.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' good subject knowledge and exciting lessons lead to enthusiastic student responses and good overall progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Systems to track pupil progress and assess teaching quality are well established, maintaining steady improvement and high standards.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistent support from teaching assistants and varying levels of challenge for the most able pupils need addressing.
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Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 294 students from age 2-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-7 | 3-11 | 2-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.8 | - | 20.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | - |
| 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 | 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1