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Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy
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Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy
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- Whitchurch Urban SY13 1RX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders’ highest priority is improving reading. Pupils have access to high-quality books and often read and are read to.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils are learning a well-planned curriculum. Leaders provide appropriate support to staff when needed.
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment is inconsistent, and some teachers need better subject knowledge to implement the curriculum effectively.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Leaders have taken rapid action to ensure pupils at the earliest stages of reading get the help they need.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers spot gaps in knowledge quickly and make sure these are closed before moving on.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are kind, play well during playtime, and focus on their learning in lessons. Behaviour is greatly improved recently.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders ensure pupils with SEND access the same curriculum as their peers with appropriate adaptations.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff quickly deal with any poor behaviour, including incidents of bullying. Safeguarding practices are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders understand the school community context and ensure pupils learn how to keep themselves safe.
Parent Feedback: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinions on the school or find out what others think.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a range of school clubs and trips that nurture their personal development.
Teacher Engagement: Staff have confidence in leaders’ vision and fully support the recent changes.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers usually check carefully that pupils have understood the things they have been taught.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers lack the subject knowledge needed to teach effectively, impacting student success.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers’ use of assessment is inconsistent, leading to unresolved gaps in knowledge.
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About Us
Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 306 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 42% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-7 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.3 | 23 | 18 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | - | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | - | 110 |
| 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 | 99 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 97 | 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 | 42% | 52.56% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 5.78% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.8 | 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 | - | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 58.26% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 9.13% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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.
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1