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Yewdale School
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- Carlisle CA2 7SD
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff teach phonics well. Younger pupils read and write new words with confidence.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is engaging and fun, providing wide-ranging learning experiences and extracurricular activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils do not have a secure understanding and knowledge of fundamental British values, diversity and equality.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards are rising rapidly in mathematics, and pupils' attainment in phonics is above the national average by the end of Year 1.
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils currently in school are making good progress, with carefully planned support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, respect others, and are very welcoming and polite. In lessons, pupils are keen to do their best.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers plan work very precisely for pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities, ensuring that this group of pupils very quickly receive additional support when needed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Leaders ensure that pupils’ safety is a high priority and that staff are vigilant. Pupils feel safe and know they have someone to talk to if they are worried.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn about keeping themselves safe online, cycling safety, and road safety.
Parent Feedback: Communication between home and school is not sufficiently developed. Parental attendance at events to support pupils’ learning is low.
Parental Involvement: Parents would like to receive more information about school improvements.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a wide range of extracurricular activities and trips which broaden pupils’ horizons.
Outdoor Facilities: Early years classrooms include indoor and outdoor areas used to support children’s learning.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and teaching assistants use language precisely so that pupils develop their learning in different areas of the curriculum.
Impact on Student Progress: As a result of improvements to teaching and learning, standards have risen, and pupils achieve well.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff accurately and regularly assess pupils’ progress, using this information to improve planning and teaching.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects and in some classes teachers do not plan work that sufficiently challenges the most able pupils, including those who are disadvantaged.
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Yewdale School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 296 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 53% 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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At Yewdale Primary School, we strive to offer a stimulating and active learning environment where each child is given the chance to develop and push their limits with the help of nurturing adults, so they can discover the joy of accomplishment and foster a drive to succeed.
As head of school, it is crucial to me that each student at Yewdale School is respected for who they are, and as a result, every choice we make at school must put the student first.
It's vital to me that I get to know every student in the classroom and develop relationships with their families so that we can all support one another as the kids go through their educational journeys.
Home and school continue to work together to educate children, and we look forward to a fruitful cooperation with you and your kid.
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Although we hope you'll find what you're looking for, if you still have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with the school directly.
At Yewdale Primary School, we strive to offer a stimulating and active learning environment where each child is given the chance to develop and push their limits with the help of nurturing adults, so they can discover the joy of accomplishment and foster a drive to succeed.
As head of school, it is crucial to me that each student at Yewdale School is respected for who they are, and as a result, every choice we make at school must put the student first.
It's vital to me that I get to know every student in the classroom and develop relationships with their families so that we can all support one another as the kids go through their educational journeys.
Home and school continue to work together to educate children, and we look forward to a fruitful cooperation with you and your kid.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Requires Improvement | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22 | 20.2 | 27.9 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 97 | 98 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 102 | 100 |
| 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 | 102 | 88 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 90 | 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 | 53% | 46.89% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 4.49% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 108 6 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 7 | 89 | 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 | 83% 10 | 56.23% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 9 | 7.45% | 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 | 5.5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | 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 2 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 73% 16 | 57.28% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 8.48% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 100 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 57% | 54.07% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.75% | 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 | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Yewdale School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1