Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Type Primary
Age Range 3-11
Religion Church of England
Address Station Lane
Birkenshaw
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD11 2JE
Phone 01274651232
Reference Number 107730

Description

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Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a revered educational establishment located in the picturesque village of Birkenshaw, West Yorkshire (BD11 2JE). The school is a member of the prestigious Church of England family of schools and offers a rich learning environment for children between the ages of 4 and 11. Some key facts about Birkenshaw CofE Primary School include:

  • Established in the 19th century, the school has a long and proud history within the community.
  • The school's Mission Statement revolves around inspiring and nurturing confidence, commitment, and creativity in its pupils.
  • Birkenshaw CofE Primary School prides itself on delivering high-quality education to a diverse and inclusive group of learners.
  • The school boasts a team of dedicated and experienced educators, ensuring that each child is equipped with the skills they need to thrive in the future.
  • The school is committed to valuing and building upon each child's unique talents and stories.
  • A range of extracurricular activities, from swimming and sports to arts and music, ensure that pupils have a well-rounded educational experience.
  • The school's recent investments in infrastructure and facilities showcase its dedication to providing top-tier education within a stimulating environment.

In addition to its exceptional academic offerings, Birkenshaw CofE Primary School facilitates a vibrant sense of community engagement, encouraging active participation from parents and local organizations alike. The school participates in numerous educational networks and programs that foster personal growth, academic achievement, and character development in its students.

General Makeup

Number of pupils 454
Boy/Girl ratio Boys: 52.64%
Girls: 47.36%

Year Groups

Year Number of pupils
1 59
2 61
3 61
4 60
5 59
6 62

Ofsted Rating Good
Last Inspection Date 2022-06-21
Date Description Report
2022-04-27 School inspection School inspection
2016-12-06 Full inspection: Full inspection:
2015-02-25 Monitoring visit Monitoring visit
2014-11-19 Full inspection: Full inspection:
2013-01-15 Interim assessment Interim assessment
2010-05-06 Full inspection: Full inspection:
2006-11-27 Full inspection: Full inspection:
2001-11-26 Full inspection Full inspection

How many students meet the standards

Reading, Writing & Maths School Score Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Pupils meeting the expected standard 65% Upgrade Upgrade
Pupils meeting a higher standard 6% Upgrade Upgrade

Average Scaled Score

Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.

Subject School Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Reading 104 Upgrade Upgrade
Maths 106 Upgrade Upgrade

Progress Scores

A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.

Metric School Score Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Reading 0.6 Upgrade Upgrade
Writing 1.4 Upgrade Upgrade
Maths 2.1 Upgrade Upgrade

How many students meet the standards

Average Scaled Score

Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.

Progress Scores

A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.

2023 Admissions

Number of Applications Number of Offers
First Preference Upgrade Upgrade
Second Preference 52 3
Third Preference 14 1
From another Local Authority 25 2

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GCSE Attainment

Attainment 8 score percentile

Students getting 5 or more GCSE's at grade 9-4 (A-C)

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