West Thurrock Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Schoolfield Road Grays Essex RM20 3HR |
| Phone | 01708866743 |
| Reference Number | 139991 |
West Thurrock Academy has been rated as 'Good' in all areas of its performance during this inspection. The school creates a positive environment where pupils from diverse backgrounds feel safe and valued. They exhibit strong behaviors and have a commendable desire to learn. The curriculum is broad and well-planned, allowing for effective learning progression, particularly in early years and key subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics. However, there are some areas, like geography and art, where subjects lack depth, limiting students' knowledge extension. Additionally, the opportunity for extracurricular activities is somewhat limited, which affects pupils' cultural development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 452 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.33%
Girls: 48.67% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 24.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 35.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 | 27 | 59 |
| 2 | 26 | 34 | 60 |
| 3 | 30 | 30 | 60 |
| 4 | 35 | 25 | 60 |
| 5 | 28 | 36 | 64 |
| 6 | 25 | 34 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 30.1% |
| African | 23% |
| White, Other | 17.9% |
| Indian | 3.5% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% |
| White & Asian | 2.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.9% |
| Unclassified | 2.2% |
| Asian, Other | 1.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Caribbean | 1.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 Jul 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Jul 2022 | School inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2019 | Short inspection |
| 12 Jan 2016 | Short inspection |
| 05 Aug 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 09 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as West Thurrock Primary School | |
| 09 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Jan 2004 | Full inspection |
| 19 Jan 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils feel happy and safe, with effective support available for worries.
- The curriculum meets the ambitions of the national curriculum and is well-planned.
- Teachers exhibit strong subject knowledge and present information clearly.
- Special educational needs are identified and supported effectively.
- There is a well-planned programme for personal development and PSHE.
Areas for Improvement
- A small minority of subjects do not provide the depth needed for students to extend their knowledge.
- Limited opportunities for pupils to engage in extracurricular activities.
- Some parents have expressed concerns over communication from leaders during leadership transition.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 83% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 17% |
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 | 107 | ||
| Maths | 108 |
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 | -1.5 | ||
| Writing | 1.2 | ||
| Maths | -1.8 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 38 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 31 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
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