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William Hildyard Church of England Primary and Nursery School
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William Hildyard Church of England Primary and Nursery School
- Primary
- Market Deeping PE6 8HZ
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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: The teaching of phonics is good. Pupils use their phonics knowledge well to read and spell.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to motivate pupils and broaden their knowledge and skills.
Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritised; pupils learn matched to sounds they know. Maths encourages problem-solving skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum helps pupils develop secure knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need higher expectations for reading and improved transition strategies.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some curricula are new; recall depth in older topics is limited.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils with SEND and those who speak English as an additional language are well supported to make good progress.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils can confidently solve problems; reading comprehension support available as needed.
Support for Falling Behind: Tailored reading support helps catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations met through a consistent behaviour system.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in mathematics is strong, but reading progress needs improvement.
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision for pupils with SEND is good, carefully tailored to meet their individual needs.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND needs identified; targets need more precision for potential achievement.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and cared for well. Staff deal with bullying fairly and effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes pupils' welfare and safety effectively through its Christian ethos.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements; open culture supports pupil interests.
Parent Feedback: Parents describe staff as amazing, kind, calm, and nurturing.
Parental Involvement: Leaders involve parents well by building good relationships to meet children’s learning and care needs.
Extracurricular Activities: A range of sports activities such as yoga, football, cross-country running, and netball are offered.
Extracurricular Activities: Football, cross-country, music, and drama clubs offered.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders provide good-quality training and support for all staff.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved teaching strategies have had a positive impact on pupils’ progress, particularly in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders closely evaluate the quality of teaching and provide skilled guidance to improve practice.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers effectively model learning. Secure subject knowledge.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers check understanding and address misconceptions.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers do not maintain high enough expectations and are slow to deal with misconceptions.
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About Us
William Hildyard Church of England Primary and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 219 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 70% 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 |
C+
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B-
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B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.3 | 25.8 | 18.2 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 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 | 106 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 70% | 52.39% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 5.83% | 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 | -1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | Below 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 | 106 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 67% 1 | 57.39% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 3 | 7.65% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 94 | 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 | 68% 1 | 55.41% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 9 | 7.18% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 92 | 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 | 67% | 50.9% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.33% | 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 | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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 William Hildyard Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1