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White Hall Academy
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- Tendring District CO15 3SP
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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: Pupils start to read as soon as they join the school; lessons help pupils learn sounds that letters make
Success of the Curriculum: The school has set out important knowledge and skills that pupils need to learn in small steps
Areas Needing Improvement: In a few subjects, the curriculum needs further breaking down into smaller steps
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading lessons continue into key stage 2; pupils achieve well with reading overall
Support for Falling Behind: Swift and effective additional support is provided for pupils who need to catch up
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils reflect positive and respectful behaviour, both in and out of lessons
Support for SEND Pupils: The school effectively identifies and supports pupils with SEND; staff make subtle adaptations to the curriculum
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Trust leaders are instrumental in providing support and promoting staff well-being
Parent Feedback: Parents greatly appreciate the work of the school; 'go above and beyond'
Parental Involvement: Parents give feedback through Ofsted Parent View and speak highly of their experiences
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy different clubs such as science, art, and Shakespeare Club
Teacher Engagement: Staff share best practice with one another which helps grow expertise within the school
Impact on Student Progress: High ambitions and supportive teaching result in pupils concentrating and trying their best
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Daily checks on how well pupils are learning to read ensure timely interventions
Teaching Staff Challenges: There are occasions when conflicting approaches to learning to read lead to inconsistencies
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About Us
White Hall Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 705 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 51% 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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White Hall Academy will be a motivating school that aims to improve the lives of kids and families in the neighbourhood it serves.
High academic standards will be prioritised, but they will coexist with a dedication to the whole development of the kid.
The following vision statement, which was prepared in cooperation with parent organisations, staff, students, and governors, will help us realise this goal.
Personalized instruction that actively engages all students, provides a sense of fulfilment, fun, and challenge, and ensures everyone succeeds.
High standards for behaviour and learning are demonstrated by a strong sense of respect among all students, faculty, and community members.
a curriculum with many resources and opportunity for both academic and extracurricular excellence.
a real-world and virtual environment that is ICT-rich and uses ICT to improve performance.
a commitment to healthy living and the Healthy Schools programme.
a major emphasis on employing research in education to inform innovation, such as John Hattie's study, which is currently influencing pedagogy in the Trust's schools.
a focus on growth mindset that encourages and rewards effort, resilience, and positive learning attitudes among students, teachers, and parents.
a strong culture of collaboration among the faculty, students, and the larger community, which reveals itself in teamwork, collaborations, and learning from and with one another.
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High academic standards will be prioritised, but they will coexist with a dedication to the whole development of the kid.
The following vision statement, which was prepared in cooperation with parent organisations, staff, students, and governors, will help us realise this goal.
Personalized instruction that actively engages all students, provides a sense of fulfilment, fun, and challenge, and ensures everyone succeeds.
High standards for behaviour and learning are demonstrated by a strong sense of respect among all students, faculty, and community members.
a curriculum with many resources and opportunity for both academic and extracurricular excellence.
a real-world and virtual environment that is ICT-rich and uses ICT to improve performance.
a commitment to healthy living and the Healthy Schools programme.
a major emphasis on employing research in education to inform innovation, such as John Hattie's study, which is currently influencing pedagogy in the Trust's schools.
a focus on growth mindset that encourages and rewards effort, resilience, and positive learning attitudes among students, teachers, and parents.
a strong culture of collaboration among the faculty, students, and the larger community, which reveals itself in teamwork, collaborations, and learning from and with one another.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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C
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 5-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.2 | 23.3 | 22.8 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 100 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 102 | 106 |
| 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 | 103 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 51% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.79% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 104 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 97 | 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 | 61% 8 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 5 | 10.71% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 | 102 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 3 | 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 | 53% 2 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 10% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | Below 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 | 102 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 93 | 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 | 51% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 9.05% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at White Hall Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1