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Whitley Lodge First School | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
Whitley Lodge First School
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Whitley Lodge First School
- Primary
- North Tyneside NE26 3HW
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Systematic approach to teaching reading, writing, and maths ensures excellent progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Strong emphasis on English, mathematics, and technology with many enrichment activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Provide more open-ended investigative tasks and short-term targets for students.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in reading, writing, and maths are significantly above average.
Support for Falling Behind: Skilled teachers and assistants provide targeted support for those who need it.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy school, behave well, and have above average attendance.
Support for SEND Pupils: Well-supported by skilled teachers and assistants ensuring good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Misbehaviour is uncommon, bullying is not a problem, and pupils feel extremely safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Clear and effective strategies for managing behaviour and encouraging positive attitudes.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very positive about the school’s impact on their children’s progress.
Parental Involvement: School has effective procedures to engage parents in their children's learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Many popular extra-curricular clubs promoting learning and enjoyment in various activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Engagement with the local environment of woodlands and beach for enrichment activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan imaginative and relevant activities that engage students well.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective in promoting good to outstanding progress and achievement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Clear procedures to monitor and evaluate teaching impact on learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistencies in teaching quality and over-reliance on worksheets in some classes.
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Whitley Lodge First School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 266 students from age 3-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 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 |
D-
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-9 | 3-11 | 3-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.9 | 25.8 | 26.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Whitley Lodge First School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
