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The Wilfred Owen School
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The Wilfred Owen School
- Primary
- Shrewsbury SY2 5SH
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading has been prioritized, with daily reading sessions and exciting books
Success of the Curriculum: In some subjects like mathematics and reading, leaders have made it clear what knowledge they want pupils to learn
Areas Needing Improvement: Some areas of curriculum are new, and staff need more training to deliver effectively
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who need to catch up get the right support
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and learning is rarely disrupted
Performance in Maths & Reading: In subjects like mathematics and reading, pupils progress well
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision for pupils with SEND is well planned with targeted support
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and staff quickly sort it out when it does happen
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure staff are well trained and understand how best to support pupils
Parent Feedback: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinion on the school
Parental Involvement: The school operates its own breakfast club and involves parents in activities
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy taking on extra responsibilities and participate in rounders and basketball tournaments
Outdoor Facilities: Older pupils help younger ones by organizing games and activities at playtimes
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel proud to work at the school and well supported by their leadership team
Impact on Student Progress: Strong leadership in early years drives high-quality learning
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff have not yet received the training they need to deliver the curriculum well
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff and leaders check regularly how well pupils are learning and take appropriate action
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About Us
The Wilfred Owen School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 224 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 63% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Wilfred Owen School became an academy on June 1st, 2018.
We are a part of The Empower Multi-Academy Trust, a collection of neighbourhood schools with a common mission and set of principles.
We are a welcoming, compassionate school.
At The Wilfred Owen School, we place a high importance on academic success.
By giving our kids a wide range of rich and varied possibilities, we also recognise the equal significance of social and emotional development.
We think that children who are content, protected, and secure learn best when they may take chances and push both themselves and other people.
I am forward to see you personally upon your arrival at The Wilfred Owen School. * Encourage children's inherent creativity and excitement for learning, as well as their capacity to enjoy and take on challenges, establish goals for themselves, and build the resilience to take chances and make mistakes. * Promote a shared awareness of the world and the people around them as well as the values of the Britain in which we live. * Encourage all children to attain a high degree of responsibility, self-discipline, self-esteem, and self-reliance.
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The Wilfred Owen School became an academy on June 1st, 2018.
We are a part of The Empower Multi-Academy Trust, a collection of neighbourhood schools with a common mission and set of principles.
We are a welcoming, compassionate school.
At The Wilfred Owen School, we place a high importance on academic success.
By giving our kids a wide range of rich and varied possibilities, we also recognise the equal significance of social and emotional development.
We think that children who are content, protected, and secure learn best when they may take chances and push both themselves and other people.
I am forward to see you personally upon your arrival at The Wilfred Owen School. * Encourage children's inherent creativity and excitement for learning, as well as their capacity to enjoy and take on challenges, establish goals for themselves, and build the resilience to take chances and make mistakes. * Promote a shared awareness of the world and the people around them as well as the values of the Britain in which we live. * Encourage all children to attain a high degree of responsibility, self-discipline, self-esteem, and self-reliance.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | - | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.7 | - | 22.2 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | - | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | - | 100 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 97 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 63% | 52.56% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.78% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 101 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 | 92 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 41% | 58.26% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.13% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -5.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.4 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Wilfred Owen School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1