William Alvey School

A good academy converter school in Lincolnshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for William Alvey School.

Sleaford, NG347EA Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

64

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 73.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
58.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 11.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
16 March 2022
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Eastgate
Sleaford, NG347EA
Phone
1529302772
Website
williamalvey.net

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137565
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Eastgate, Sleaford, NG34 7EA
Website
http://www.williamalvey.net
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE WILLIAM ALVEY SCHOOL TRUST
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Lincoln
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
622
Free School Meals
24.6% (153 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.5% (22 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
13.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
73.0 (+14.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
13.3 (4.2 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 106.0
2023 106.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 106.0 106.0
2024 106.0 106.0

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Stable performance

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
78
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
622 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Once an Alvian, always an Alvian."

Realising Potential Developing Character Working Together Serving Others

The William Alvey is a Church of England School with a Christian ethos. Theological underpinning describes Christians believing all people are made in the image of God and should flourish; references to Genesis 1:26-27 and John 10:10; emphasis on dignity, respect, and serving others. The motto supports a sense of belonging: 'Once an Alvian, always an Alvian.'

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Shaun Farrington expresses pride in the school, highlights its large size with a small-school atmosphere, opportunities such as specialist music and drama, extensive after-school clubs, and a welcoming invitation for visits.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

After-school clubs including sport, ICT, drama, music and art Dance Orchestra Infant choir Junior choir

Sports

sport

Facilities

state-of-the-art Nursery facility new school hall outdoor learning areas

Curriculum Highlights

Rocket Phonics Talk4Reading Talk4Writing Maths No Problem Tapestry (parent partnership)

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Kaleidoscope Kids' Club runs before and after school care from the new school hall; contact Keith on 01529 414464; a walking bus from the Spar on Grantham Road operates with an 8:15am drop-off option and paid staff member to escort children to school (call 01529 302772).

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