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Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
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Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading, writing, and mathematical skills are regularly taught and applied well to a range of subjects
Success of the Curriculum: The proportion of pupils making better than expected progress has improved significantly in writing and mathematics
Areas Needing Improvement: Attainment in reading at Key Stage 1 is slightly declining year on year
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' attainment at the end of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 is consistently above national levels
Support for Falling Behind: Interventions are put in place for any group with the potential to underachieve
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are proud of their school, like their teachers, want to do well, and report feeling safe
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers and other adults have a good understanding of needs, making sure pupils make good progress
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils report there is no bullying and believe staff would deal with it quickly if it occurred
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High and improving attendance reflects positive attitudes towards school
Parent Feedback: Most parents believe the school is well led and managed
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved in helping children with reading and sound recognition
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of additional learning experiences and clubs are available for pupils
Outdoor Facilities: Hoops and balls for playground activities funded by Project Council events
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have high expectations and regularly share targets with pupils
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching leads to significant improvements in student achievement
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular marking and self-assessment opportunities encourage learning independence
Teaching Staff Challenges: Pace of some lessons is slow, causing distractions
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Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 239 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 86% 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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An inclusive, compassionate, and caring learning environment can be found at Whittle-le-Woods CE Primary School. We make sure that the curriculum is engaging, demanding, and rigorous. In a high-quality, innovative, and secure environment, everyone is respected, cherished, nourished, and challenged. Mrs. Jackie Haughin, PGCE, NPQH, Edge Hill University, is the principal. Mrs. Tracey Holmes, a BA (Hons) PGCE UCLAN, is the Key Stage 2 leader. Mr. Neil Moysey, BSc, PGCE, St Martins College, Cumbria University, is the year 3 and year 4 leader.
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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 | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.9 | 25.8 | 22.4 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 107 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 97 | 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 | 86% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 7.4% | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | 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 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 79% 3 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% 21 | 9.2% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.7 | 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 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 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 | 76% 10 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 6 | 9.08% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 95 | 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 | 66% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 7.79% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
