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Woodvale Primary Academy
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Woodvale Primary Academy
- Primary
- Northampton NN3 8JJ
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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: Phonics is taught consistently and children learn sounds as soon as they start school.
Success of the Curriculum: Teachers encourage pupils to answer in full sentences and support them with 'reactivate' important knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a few subjects, the curriculum does not clearly set out the precise knowledge and vocabulary pupils need to learn.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils use 'part-whole diagrams' for understanding concepts in Maths. Phonics helps pupils become confident readers.
Support for Falling Behind: Adults notice children who fall behind and support them to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well and know that if they don’t, staff will quickly sort it out.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff get training to help pupils with SEND learn the same curriculum through targeted questioning or pictures to help understanding.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Parents agree that their children feel safe in school. Staff are there to help pupils if they are worried.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils know there will be consequences such as missing playtimes if rules aren't followed.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the teamwork and feel their children are safe.
Parental Involvement: Pupils enjoy inviting their parents to be part of their learning and share in their successes like ‘hot chocolate and cookies’.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils benefit from trips such as going to the seaside and residential visits.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils enjoy the opportunities to learn outdoors, saying it helps them stay healthy.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have good subject knowledge and use precise vocabulary to explain concepts.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers support pupils to 'reactivate' important knowledge at the start of lessons.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Routines in the early years help children settle in quickly. Activities are well-planned to help children practise learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, checks on what pupils know and remember are not yet in place.
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Woodvale Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 454 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 43% 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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Encourage a compassionate environment so students can learn to appreciate, tolerate, and be nice to one another. Offer a comprehensive and well-balanced curriculum that is supported by ICT and top-notch teaching and learning. achieve the highest standards, helping each kid to have a positive self-image and strive to do their best. Prepare students to handle obstacles in their daily lives with confidence and responsibility. Encourage individual pride and independence while appreciating the value and fun of teamwork. increase each child's understanding of the world and foster awe and wonder. Encourage students to develop an own belief system and moral code, and encourage them to respect the opinions of others.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B+
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A-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.2 | 24.6 | 20.8 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 102 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 102 | 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 | 100 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 100 | 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 | 43% | 56.44% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.44% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 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 | 57% 3 | 58.3% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.01% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | Above 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 | 102 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 3 | 90 | 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 | 54% 5 | 55.7% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.81% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 102 | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 90 | 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 | 49% | 52.44% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 6.76% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Woodvale Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1