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Cayton Community Primary School
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Cayton Community Primary School
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- Cayton YO11 3NN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers quickly assess the needs and abilities of children on entry, with focus on pre-reading and number skills
Success of the Curriculum: Creative curriculum plans exciting topics that interest and engage pupils; outcomes have improved
Areas Needing Improvement: More robust performance management systems for support staff required and further challenge for the most-able children
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes for pupils are rising year on year in all subjects including reading and mathematics
Support for Falling Behind: Assessment procedures are robust, and each individual's progress is carefully monitored
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave respectfully towards each other and adults, creating a friendly and caring school environment
Support for SEND Pupils: Experienced staff and strong links with specialists provide good support ensuring needs are met
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils knowledgeable about different forms of bullying, believe any incidents would be dealt with swiftly
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The well-being of each pupil is important to staff; friendly, happy ethos established
Parent Feedback: Parents comment positively on the outcomes for children; several mentioned significant student growth over the year
Parental Involvement: Strong links between parents and school staff; parents accompany their children's learning journey
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a range of extracurricular activities before and after school hours
Outdoor Facilities: Building project underway to provide extra classrooms and improved outdoor facilities due to expected rise in pupil numbers
Teacher Engagement: Senior leaders and teachers work collaboratively to embed consistent practices; creative curriculum makes lessons engaging
Impact on Student Progress: Higher expectations combined with good teaching have improved outcomes across all subjects
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Accurate assessments ensure no child is left behind; quality of marking and feedback is consistent
Teaching Staff Challenges: Impact of teaching assistants not uniformly effective across all classes; more robust performance management needed
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About Us
Cayton Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 204 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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This information about Cayton School is being provided to you with the pleasure of the Governors and I. The School Prospectus has a lot more information about the school. Please do not hesitate to contact us if, after reading our prospectus, you still have any queries. There are numerous opportunities at Cayton School for you to discuss your child's educational experiences. We are convinced that your child will realise their full potential while they are with us because we firmly believe that effective education requires the willing cooperation and enthusiasm of parent, student, and instructor.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
C
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.2 | 25.8 | 10.5 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 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 | 104 | 86 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 87 | 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 | 69% | 48.37% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.17% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 107 1 | 83 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 84 | 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 | 70% | 51.46% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 11 | 7.25% | 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 | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 106 3 | 81 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 82 | 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 | 70% 14 | 49.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 12 | 7.49% | 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 | -2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 109 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 84 | 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 | 84% | 49.25% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 8.15% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | Above 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 | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cayton Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1