Hilgay Riverside Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road Hilgay Downham Market Norfolk PE38 0JL |
| Phone | 01366387685 |
| Reference Number | 142526 |
Hilgay Riverside Academy is performing well overall, having improved from its previous inspection where it was graded as requiring improvement. The school has fostered a strong community where pupils support one another, contributing to a respectful and positive learning environment. The curriculum is robust, addressing gaps in knowledge that arose during the pandemic, and is designed to equip pupils effectively for future educational stages. Pupils thrive in their learning, particularly in reading, and enjoy a variety of engaging educational experiences both in and out of the classroom.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 71 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 59.15%
Girls: 40.85% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 33.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 17 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 14 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 20 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| 2 | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 4 | 10 | 2 | 12 |
| 5 | 3 | 9 | 12 |
| 6 | 6 | 4 | 10 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 95.8% |
| White & Asian | 2.8% |
| White, Other | 1.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 May 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 May 2022 | School inspection: |
| 09 Oct 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2016 | Academy conversion letter |
| 18 Jun 2013 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Hilgay Village Voluntary Controlled Primary School | |
| 18 Jun 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 06 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 06 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Jan 2001 | Full inspection |
| 29 Jan 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong reading curriculum supported by well-trained staff
- Positive and respectful school community
- Effective assessment strategies that aid learning
- Ambitious and well-planned curriculum
- Pupils receive support tailored to their individual learning needs
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent behaviour management during breaktimes
- New governors lack sufficient training and monitoring capabilities
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 60% | ||
| 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 | 104 | ||
| 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 | 0.6 | ||
| Writing | -5.4 | ||
| Maths | -3.1 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School
19 Ryston Road, Denver, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 0DP |
2.17 miles |
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Southery Academy
Westgate Street, Southery, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 0PA |
2.34 miles |
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Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School
Hillcrest, Bexwell Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9ND |
3.24 miles |
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Nelson Academy
Nursery Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9PF |
3.39 miles |
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Wimbotsham and Stow Academy
Chapel Lane, Wimbotsham, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 3QH |
4.23 miles |
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All Saints Academy
Wretton Road, Stoke Ferry, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE33 9QJ |
5 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Downham Market Academy
Bexwell Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9LL |
3.18 miles |
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Orchard Manor School
The Old Rectory, Stow Bardolph, Nr King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 3HT |
4.65 miles |