The Hill Primary Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Tudor Street Thurnscoe Rotherham South Yorkshire S63 0DS |
| Phone | 01709892145 |
| Reference Number | 138700 |
The Hill Primary Academy has made significant improvements since its previous inspection and is now rated as good in all inspected categories. The school offers a safe and welcoming environment where clear routines foster positive behavior among most pupils. The quality of education is centered on effective teaching methods, particularly in reading, and there are structured interventions for those needing additional support. Leaders have a clear vision for growth and have begun implementing substantial curriculum enhancements that cater well to the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 378 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.32%
Girls: 48.68% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 48.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 25.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 23 | 49 |
| 2 | 30 | 24 | 54 |
| 3 | 35 | 24 | 59 |
| 4 | 20 | 35 | 55 |
| 5 | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| 6 | 21 | 25 | 46 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 82.8% |
| White, Other | 5.8% |
| Unclassified | 4.8% |
| African | 1.9% |
| White & Asian | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.3% |
| Asian, Other | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 May 2023 | School inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2022 | Monitoring visit |
| 23 Mar 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 01 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 04 Jul 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Mar 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Dec 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Jul 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 05 Oct 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Oct 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 06 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as The Hill Primary School | |
| 06 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2010 | Monitoring visit |
| 25 Feb 2010 | Monitoring visit |
| 25 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Apr 2004 | Full inspection |
| 26 Apr 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong focus on reading and effective early reading instruction
- Pupils engage well in lessons and display a keen attitude towards learning
- Well-planned curriculum in early years prepares children for Year 1
- Effective support for pupils with SEND and those eligible for pupil premium funding
- Pupils have opportunities to take on leadership roles and engage in community activities
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent delivery of the curriculum in some subjects like French and music
- Limited depth in pupils' understanding of other faiths and cultures
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2018. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school | 65 | 28 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 97 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school | 70 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 97 |
| 3. My child makes good progress at this school | 62 | 28 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 97 |
| 4. My child is well looked after at this school | 57 | 28 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 97 |
| 5. My child is taught well at this school | 56 | 36 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 97 |
| 6. My child receives appropriate homework for their age | 46 | 39 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 97 |
| 7. This school makes sure its pupils are well behaved | 56 | 28 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 97 |
| 8. This school deals effectively with bullying | 42 | 24 | 7 | 4 | 20 | 97 |
| 9. This school is well led and managed | 60 | 30 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 97 |
| 10. This school responds well to any concerns I raise | 53 | 25 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 97 |
| 11. I receive valuable information from the school about my child’s progress | 52 | 36 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 97 |
| 12. Would you recommend this school to another parent? | 90 | 7 |
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% | ||
| 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 | 102 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
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 | 0.1 | ||
| Writing | 0.3 | ||
| Maths | 2.1 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 18 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 7 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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