Our Outcomes

Children are assessed throughout their time in school to determine whether they are achieving as well as we would expect.

At the end of the Early Years Foundation Stage, teachers judge whether children are achieving what is expected of them in five of the seven areas of learning. Children who achieve well in these areas are deemed to have achieved a ‘good level of development’.

At the end of Year 1 children take a test in phonics called the ‘Phonic Screening Check’. This supports teachers to determine how well they are achieving in developing the skills of early reading so further support can be put in place if necessary.

In 2023, children at the end of Key Stage 1 (in Year 2) took SATs tests for the final time. Along with teacher judgements, the SATs scores determine whether a child has achieved the expected standard, or indeed higher, in Reading, Writing and Maths.

At the end of Key Stage 2 (in Year 6) children take SATs tests in Reading, Maths and Grammar, punctuation and spelling to determine whether they have achieved the expected standard or higher. There is no test for Writing, but teachers use a strict criteria to assess the standard of children’s written work.

Below are our latest outcomes.

Early Years Foundation Stage: Good Level of Development

FS2 National 2023 (2024 not yet available)
59% 67.7%

Phonics Screening Check

Year 1 National 2024 Year 2 National 2024
75% 80% 100% 89%

Below are our outcomes at the end of Key Stage 2 (Year 6):

Subject Expected standard or better National 2024 Greater Depth National 2024
Reading 72% 74% 14% 28%
Writing 76% 72% 14% 13%
Maths 76% 73% 10% 24%
RWM combined 62% 61% 10% 8%

Progress Measures are not available for 2023/24 as this cohort of children did not sit KS1 SATs.

Subject Progress Score
Reading Progress Score N/A
Writing Progress Score N/A
Maths Progress Score N/A

Average scaled scores

* For a pupil to achieve the expected standard in reading and maths they must achieve a scaled score of 100+ in the corresponding tests.

* For a pupil to be working at greater depth in reading and maths they must achieve a scaled score of 110+ in the corresponding tests.

The average scaled score at Woodland Primary School for reading is 103
The average scaled score at Woodland Primary School for maths is 103
The average scaled score at Woodland Primary School for GPS is 105

Positive Environment: The school’s environment fosters respect and support among pupils and staff. Pupils are encouraged to develop good manners and social skills, contributing to a positive school culture.

Personal Development: Pupils are encouraged to be independent from an early age and take care in presenting their work. They enjoy participating in various clubs and activities, including sporting competitions and educational visits.

Quality of Education: Pupils receive strong support in learning to read quickly and achieving well. The curriculum is well-planned and effective, particularly in the early years and mathematics. Teachers and teaching assistants are well-trained and provide clear explanations and encouragement.

Support for SEND: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are quickly identified and well-supported, achieving good outcomes as a result.

Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit respectful relationships with adults and move around the school sensibly. They are confident in seeking help from staff if needed, and bullying is rare. Pupils listen attentively to teachers and engage in class discussions.

Overall Effectiveness: The school was rated ‘Good’ in all categories, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision.

Safeguarding: The school has effective safeguarding measures in place. Staff are well-informed and confident in identifying and addressing potential risks to pupils. Pupils are knowledgeable about staying safe, particularly online.

Leadership and Ambition: School leaders are noted for their ambition and effective work in improving the school. Their efforts have resulted in a good quality of education for the pupils.