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Westways Primary School
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Westways Primary School
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- Sheffield S10 1NE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Training on phonics has enhanced the teaching of early reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad and balanced curriculum with a focus on global learning.
Foundational Skills: Reading is a priority; phonics taught from Reception by skilled staff.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is ambitious, broad, and engaging, leading to a deep understanding in most subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent teaching of spelling and probing students' thinking.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some foundation subjects need sharper identification of key knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in reading, writing, and maths improved with above-average attainment.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most students behave well and show respect for different cultures.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils enjoy 'flashback' opportunities; maths concepts revisited for mastery.
Support for Falling Behind: Immediate misconceptions addressed; extra help from trained staff.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and value rewards; leadership roles encouraged.
Support for Falling Behind: Increased opportunities for students to practice skills with additional adult support.
Support for SEND Pupils: Needs are quickly identified, and learning is adapted effectively.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leadership of SEND support needs more precise coordination and review.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with effectively; pupils understand how to stay safe online.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe; emotional thermometers help manage feelings.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn respect, citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements but records need precision.
Parent Feedback: 87% would recommend the school, though some mixed views exist.
Parental Involvement: Regular parent forums and drop-ins initiated to improve communication.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of extracurricular sporting activities like rugby, cricket, and cross-country.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor area encourages children to take risks and develop resilience.
Extracurricular Activities: Exceptional range of clubs including cross-country, basketball, and music.
Teacher Engagement: Staff support the headteacher's vision and are proud to work at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching improvements led to better student outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Middle leaders check the effect of actions to improve teaching quality.
Teacher Engagement: Staff value training and support for managing workload.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Consistency in examining students’ answers needs improvement.
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About Us
Westways Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 622 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 85% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
A
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B-
|
D
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 5-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.7 | 25.8 | 25.1 |
| Proficient Math | 110 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 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 | 110 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 98 | 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 | 85% | 53.62% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% | 5.77% | 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 | 3.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.2 | Well 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 | 110 4 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 3 | 98 | 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 | 83% 7 | 60.61% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% 13 | 8.51% | 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 | 4.5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.2 | Well 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 | 106 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 96 | 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 | 76% 14 | 56.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 2 | 7.42% | 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 | 1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 96 | 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 | 62% | 55.3% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 7.58% | 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 | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | Average |
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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 | 31st Mar 2025 - 11th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th 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 - 30th Mar 2025 |
| Summer Term | 12th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Westways Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
