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Wistaston Church Lane Academy
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Wistaston Church Lane Academy
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- Wistaston CW2 8EZ
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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: Phonics teaching is good, and pupils' attainment in the national phonics screening check has been well above average.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils benefit from an engaging curriculum with many educational visits. However, leaders do not monitor pupils' progress in all subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure pupils are challenged in mathematics and writing, and provide more opportunities to practice writing skills across the curriculum.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Disadvantaged pupils’ attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics was higher than other pupils nationally.
Support for Falling Behind: Senior leaders use pupil premium funding effectively to support disadvantaged pupils academically.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is good, with impeccable aspects. Pupils feel safe and say bullying is rare.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND benefit from good teaching, enjoy learning, and make strong progress in a wide range of subjects.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and promptly addressed. Pupils feel safe thanks to staff and the school's perimeter fence.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective; staff are trained to spot signs of neglect and abuse.
Parent Feedback: Most parents are very positive about the school, stating it is much improved and their children are happy and making good progress.
Parental Involvement: Parents share information on their children’s learning and participate in 'stay and play' activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate in after-school activities like singing, arts, and crafts. They pursue interests in reading, writing, and maths through various clubs.
Outdoor Facilities: Extensive internal and external refurbishments have taken place, improving early years facilities and creating new areas for reception and meetings.
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high, and they appreciate professional development opportunities provided by the trust.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching supports pupils' good progress and high attainment in reading and mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers make learning interesting, use good questioning techniques, and encourage pupil participation.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Tasks set in English, mathematics, and other subjects are sometimes not challenging enough, especially for the most able.
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About Us
Wistaston Church Lane Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 433 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 82% 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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Welcome to Wistaston Church Lane Academy, I would like to say.
Our goal is to inspire a passion of lifelong learning in every kid by challenging, energising, and inspiring them.
Please browse our website to learn more about our dynamic school community, our students' creative work, and the high calibre education we offer.
A fantastic education for our kids is a top priority for our incredibly committed team.
We place a high importance on offering a stimulating and enjoyable curriculum.
At Church Lane, we value the development of the whole child in addition to the importance of math and English abilities.
Pastoral care is highly valued, and we collaborate closely with families to make sure that our kids are secure and content.
Swan Stars offers before- and after-school care.
We value perseverance, diligence, zeal, and a positive outlook as traits that will position our kids for success in secondary school and beyond.
Please get in touch with the school to schedule a visit if you'd like to learn more about life at Church Lane and how we can support your child's success.
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Our goal is to inspire a passion of lifelong learning in every kid by challenging, energising, and inspiring them.
Please browse our website to learn more about our dynamic school community, our students' creative work, and the high calibre education we offer.
A fantastic education for our kids is a top priority for our incredibly committed team.
We place a high importance on offering a stimulating and enjoyable curriculum.
At Church Lane, we value the development of the whole child in addition to the importance of math and English abilities.
Pastoral care is highly valued, and we collaborate closely with families to make sure that our kids are secure and content.
Swan Stars offers before- and after-school care.
We value perseverance, diligence, zeal, and a positive outlook as traits that will position our kids for success in secondary school and beyond.
Please get in touch with the school to schedule a visit if you'd like to learn more about life at Church Lane and how we can support your child's success.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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A-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.2 | 21.9 | 28.7 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 105 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 104 | 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 | 108 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 99 | 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 | 82% | 58.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 5.41% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.9 | 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 | 106 1 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 102 | 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% | 64.44% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 2 | 7.66% | 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 | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 105 2 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 102 | 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% 12 | 66.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 3 | 8.07% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 101 | 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 | 55% | 63.18% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.47% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
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 Wistaston Church Lane Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1