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Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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- Walsham-le-Willows IP31 3BD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Effective phonics approach ensures pupils read fluently by the time they leave school.
Success of the Curriculum: Well-structured and ambitious curriculum helps pupils develop understanding effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some teachers do not use plans accurately, affecting knowledge and skill acquisition.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils benefit from a curriculum that includes reading and maths support from early years.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick identification and additional resources help pupils catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite and friendly; engage positively with learning and resolve disagreements quickly.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers adapt learning well for pupils with SEND using well-thought-out plans.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and bullying is rare; issues resolved quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding practices and quick actions to support vulnerable pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents value openness and good communication between home and school.
Parental Involvement: Parents appreciate how well communication between home and school is managed.
Extracurricular Activities: Enriching experiences include visits to theatres, residential visits, and local history projects.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are positive about training and support; workload considered.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers usually follow curriculum plans closely, aiding accurate assessment.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers’ plans and assessments help address gaps in learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasional deviation from plans affects pupil learning.
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About Us
Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 118 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 50% 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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The children attend Walsham le Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, a compassionate institution where they thrive.
With God's Blessing, we learn together by motivating one another to accomplish our very best, according to our mission statement.
We encourage all staff members, parents/guardians, and governors to work together in a learning partnership for the benefit of the kids.
We teach kids to become independent, cooperate, and hold themselves and others to high standards in both their academic and social lives.
Respect for one another and tolerance.
Respect is a value that is talked with children. It starts with respect for oneself and extends to respect for one's family, for others, for the world and its inhabitants, and for the environment (as seen in our Green Flag award).
Collective worship, RE, PSHE, and our school's values all cover respect.
In RE and communal worship, kids learn about various religions and cultures, which helps them comprehend them and be tolerant of others.
Democracy.
When respect and justice are discussed with kids, they learn how to be democratic.
Children are able to express their opinions and engage in discussion with other kids through the Eco Committee and the School Council.
Law and order.
The regulations that are established for the school at the beginning of the year and those that are created in the classrooms involve all of the students.
The kids are encouraged to learn independently and to voice their opinions.
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With God's Blessing, we learn together by motivating one another to accomplish our very best, according to our mission statement.
We encourage all staff members, parents/guardians, and governors to work together in a learning partnership for the benefit of the kids.
We teach kids to become independent, cooperate, and hold themselves and others to high standards in both their academic and social lives.
Respect for one another and tolerance.
Respect is a value that is talked with children. It starts with respect for oneself and extends to respect for one's family, for others, for the world and its inhabitants, and for the environment (as seen in our Green Flag award).
Collective worship, RE, PSHE, and our school's values all cover respect.
In RE and communal worship, kids learn about various religions and cultures, which helps them comprehend them and be tolerant of others.
Democracy.
When respect and justice are discussed with kids, they learn how to be democratic.
Children are able to express their opinions and engage in discussion with other kids through the Eco Committee and the School Council.
Law and order.
The regulations that are established for the school at the beginning of the year and those that are created in the classrooms involve all of the students.
The kids are encouraged to learn independently and to voice their opinions.
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Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Walsham-le-Willows
IP31 3BD
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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+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.7 | - | 23.3 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 107 | 109 |
| 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 | 104 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 96 | 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 | 50% | 51.78% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.07% | 7.4% |
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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | Above 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 | 107 3 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 5 | 95 | 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 | 75% 5 | 58.45% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 8.11% | 9.69% |
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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | Above 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 | 110 9 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 8 | 93 | 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 | 80% 37 | 56.08% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 7 | 7.85% | 9.14% |
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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.4 | Above 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 | 101 | 86 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 87 | 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 | 43% | 50.12% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.25% | 8.17% |
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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.9 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1