Middleham Church of England Aided School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Park Lane Middleham Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 4QX |
| Phone | 01969623592 |
| Reference Number | 121614 |
Middleham Church of England Aided School has made notable progress since its previous inspection, moving from an 'Requires Improvement' rating to 'Good' overall. The school's leadership demonstrates a strong commitment to improvement, and recent changes to its curriculum have resulted in better pupil achievements. The partnership with Spennithorne Church of England Primary School creates a nurturing and collaborative environment for students, promoting effective learning and personal development. Students display enthusiasm for learning, particularly in reading and mathematics, where they receive substantial support. Efforts to address special educational needs are commendable, with staff trained to ensure inclusivity in the curriculum. Although the school excels in many areas, there are still opportunities for growth, particularly in monitoring curriculum implementation and ensuring that students retain essential knowledge for future learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 51 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 60.78%
Girls: 39.22% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 5.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | Unknown | 5 |
| 2 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 3 | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| 4 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
| 5 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 6 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.1% |
| White, Other | 3.9% |
| Indian | 2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 12 May 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 25 Feb 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 01 Oct 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Feb 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 14 Nov 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 25 May 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 21 Jun 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Jul 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong leadership and governance that foster high expectations for pupils
- Effective collaboration with partner school enhances student learning experiences
- Pupils show enthusiasm and commitment to their education
- Well-planned activities in early years support children's learning and language development
- Ambitious and well-sequenced mathematics curriculum improves staff knowledge
- Pupils demonstrate empathy and respect through a well-structured personal development curriculum
- Active engagement in clubs and leadership roles provides pupils with a range of opportunities
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent systems for assessing pupils' prior knowledge
- Occasional lack of emphasis on key knowledge in lesson planning
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 56% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
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 | 101 | ||
| Maths | 102 |
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 | 1 | ||
| Writing | 0.1 | ||
| Maths | -3.5 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 7 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Spennithorne Church of England Primary School
Spennithorne, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5PR |
1.2 miles |
|
Leyburn Primary School
Wensleydale Avenue, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5SD |
1.8 miles |
|
Hunton and Arrathorne Community Primary School
South View, Hunton, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1QB |
5 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Wensleydale School
Richmond Road, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5HY |
1.96 miles |