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Woodside Primary School and Nursery
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Woodside Primary School and Nursery
- Primary
- Dudley DY2 0SN
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Early attention to communication and language in the Nursery prepares children well for phonics in Reception.
Success of the Curriculum: Expectations have risen, and improvements in reading, writing, and mathematics are evident.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need further curriculum development, and staff need to know the most important content to emphasize.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Improvements in reading and mathematics are evident in pupils’ work and end-of-key stage results.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra tuition is provided for those who take longer to learn.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Respectful and safe behavior, teaching about healthy relationships, and why discrimination is wrong.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit from expert support and the school’s inclusive ethos.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not accepted, and adults and pupils work well together to stop unkind behavior.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pastoral support is strong, ensuring pupils and their families make the most of the education and care provided.
Parent Feedback: Pupils, staff, and parents describe the school as welcoming and friendly.
Parental Involvement: Leaders worked closely with parents and professional services to improve pupils' attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers clubs, trips, and stays away from home. Pupils can participate in sports and music events with other schools.
Teacher Engagement: Staff value the subject-specific training provided and the networks across the trust.
Impact on Student Progress: Assessment in both English and mathematics is efficient and accurate, allowing for informed planning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Subject leaders keep up with new developments and check how well subjects are planned and taught.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff need guidance on emphasizing the most important knowledge in some subjects.
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About Us
Woodside Primary School and Nursery is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 456 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 31 : 1.
At this school, 47% 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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The Hales Valley Academy Trust is made up of a number of primary schools, including Woodside Primary School. We joined our trust in April 2017 and it is an all-primary trust. We are pleased to be a part of a group that promotes "success for all" by working together and exchanging best practises. At Woodside, we take great pleasure in our community, which works closely together for the benefit of the families and kids we serve. We also take great delight in our warm, friendly greeting. This website attempts to inform parents and students about areas of focus for our school and to direct you around those areas. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for. Lots of helpful information is available on our PARENTS page, including links to admissions and Parentmail (our online communication and payments system). Please ask our Reception Office Staff for a free paper copy if you need any of the material on our website in paper format.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 31.9 | 20.1 | 24.7 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 102 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 102 | 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 | 101 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 47% | 52.39% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 7.13% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 103 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 | 92 | 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% 5 | 55.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 4 | 7.77% | 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 | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | 101 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 99 | 93 | 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 | 35% | 54.42% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 6.78% | 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 | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -3.4 | 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 | - | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 52.77% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.55% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
31 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Woodside Primary School and Nursery
Local authority ratio 19 : 1