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Woodlands Infant and Nursery School
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Woodlands Infant and Nursery School
- Primary
- Lincoln LN6 0PF
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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 high standard of work in pupils’ English, phonics and mathematics books reflects their positive attitudes to learning.
Success of the Curriculum: Attainment at the expected standard has improved considerably in reading, writing and mathematics. This applies equally to disadvantaged pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: The most able pupils are not consistently given work that is sufficiently challenging, limiting their progress.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards of attainment in reading, writing and mathematics at the end of key stage 1 improved considerably in 2018, at the expected standard.
Support for Falling Behind: The leader with responsibility for coordinating provision for pupils with SEND is highly effective. Pupils’ additional needs are identified quickly and accurately.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils conduct around school and in lessons is calm and orderly, and their attitudes to learning are positive.
Support for SEND Pupils: The leader for SEND is highly effective, ensuring quick and accurate identification of pupils' additional needs. Regular checks provide an accurate overview of progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils stated clearly that they feel safe in school and treat others with kindness and respect. The culture of care and safety is upheld by all staff.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The outdoor environment provides rich opportunities for pupils to play, learn and exercise respectfully and enthusiastically.
Parent Feedback: In response to Ofsted’s online surveys, staff and parents expressed positive views about the school, highlighting massive improvements and supportive staff.
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor environment is especially rich, featuring ‘shapes trails’, number hopscotch, a percussion wall, garden areas, a den, and a storytelling zone.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The most able pupils are not always given enough challenge, repeating what they can already do, which sometimes limits their learning.
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Woodlands Infant and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 106 students from age 3-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We value and celebrate the varied ethnic backgrounds of our students, staff, and parents at Woodlands Nursery and Infant School.
We participate in a range of activities and classes to learn about various religions and beliefs, and by doing so, we actively encourage tolerance and respect for the diversity in our neighbourhood and the rest of the world.
PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Emotional) and religious education expressly teach British values (RE).
By providing a comprehensive and well-balanced curriculum that offers genuine opportunity for understanding these ideas, we also teach British values.
At our school, we place a high priority on democracy.
Whether they regulate the classroom, the school, or the nation, laws and rules are always emphasised for their importance.
By regularly adhering to policies, Woodlands Nursery & Infant School staff members encourage positive behaviour.
At our school, students are actively encouraged to be independent learners and to make decisions while feeling safe and supported.
The flexibility to choose is provided to the students.
Students learn about other religions during RE sessions, and people of different faiths or religions are encouraged to share their knowledge to improve classroom and schoolwide learning.
The value of honesty, fair play, and self-respect is instilled in all students.
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We participate in a range of activities and classes to learn about various religions and beliefs, and by doing so, we actively encourage tolerance and respect for the diversity in our neighbourhood and the rest of the world.
PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Emotional) and religious education expressly teach British values (RE).
By providing a comprehensive and well-balanced curriculum that offers genuine opportunity for understanding these ideas, we also teach British values.
At our school, we place a high priority on democracy.
Whether they regulate the classroom, the school, or the nation, laws and rules are always emphasised for their importance.
By regularly adhering to policies, Woodlands Nursery & Infant School staff members encourage positive behaviour.
At our school, students are actively encouraged to be independent learners and to make decisions while feeling safe and supported.
The flexibility to choose is provided to the students.
Students learn about other religions during RE sessions, and people of different faiths or religions are encouraged to share their knowledge to improve classroom and schoolwide learning.
The value of honesty, fair play, and self-respect is instilled in all students.
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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 |
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-7 | 3-11 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | - | 13.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | - |
| 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 | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Woodlands Infant and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1