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Willoughton Primary School
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Foundational Skills: Teachers and other adults are skilled at teaching early reading skills using the school's chosen phonics scheme.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum helps pupils attain well in phonics and mathematics, with teachers effectively planning lessons that build on prior learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: In subjects like art and design, the curriculum lacks precision about key information, leading to minor gaps in pupils' knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers are good at checking what pupils know in mathematics and phonics, helping them plan effective lessons.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers quickly address misconceptions in phonics and help pupils who fall behind to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are polite and respectful, and understand the importance of being positive role models.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school is ambitious for pupils with SEND, providing tailored support and working closely with external agencies.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and pupils trust adults to resolve conflicts quickly and effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school has high expectations for behaviour, ensuring a safe and caring environment where pupils say they feel very safe.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate staff availability and the school's prompt communication regarding concerns.
Outdoor Facilities: Improvements in the quality of outdoor provision have positively impacted early years education.
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Willoughton Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.

It has 49 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1.

At this school, 50% 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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We want to give you a glimpse of our school, our objectives, and our methods. We are a tiny school located 9 miles from Gainsborough in the community of Willoughton. Our goal is to offer inclusive education to everyone. We take great pride in our nurturing, familial culture, which allows every child to grow and develop to the full potential for which they were designed. In order to give every child the confidence they need to face the future, we strive to create a safe and joyful atmosphere. We collaborate closely with parents, governors, and the community to offer a comprehensive, well-balanced, rich, and imaginative curriculum to every student. Please feel free to browse our website and get in touch with us if you have any questions.
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Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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C+
B-
C+
Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 4-11 3-11 4-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 12.3 - 20.8
Proficient Math 103 111 104
Proficient Read 105 107 104
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 105 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 50% 52.4% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 5.83% 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 1.2 Above Average
Writing 0.8 Above Average
Maths -0.1 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 100 3 96 96
Reading 103 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 40% 10 57.21% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 10% 7.65% 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 -2.4 Below Average
Writing 0.4 Average
Maths -6.0 Well 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 103 6 92 94
Reading 103 10 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 50% 33 55.43% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 7.21% 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 - -
Writing - -
Maths - -

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 97 91 93
Reading 93 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 17% 50.93% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 6.28% 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 -8.5 Well Below Average
Writing -2.3 Below Average
Maths -5.4 Well Below Average
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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
12 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Willoughton Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1

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