Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Hertfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy.

Hitchin, SG51NS Ofsted: Good Age 7-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
56.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 67.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
40.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 3.0%
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
15 January 2019
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
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
Fishponds Road
Hitchin, SG51NS
Phone
1462459215
Website
wilshere.herts.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140611
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Fishponds Road, Hitchin, SG5 1NS
Website
www.wilshere.herts.sch.uk/
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
230 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
267
Free School Meals
16.5% (44 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.4% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 107.0
2023 105.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy
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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 105.0 107.0
2024 104.0 107.0

Overall Trend:

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
53
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
267 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Be extraordinary."

To value and recognise the unique and distinct character of every member of our school family. To nurture and support all children in achieving their academic and personal potential. Develop a team where all staff feel trusted, valued and are supported to reach their full potential. To foster a strong partnership with parents, the community and other linked schools. To provide a rich curriculum which stimulates and excites positive models of enquiry, reflection, challenge and innovation. To promote British and Co-operative values and the attitudes of care, tolerance, trust and respect which prepare children to be citizens in a democratic society. To develop independent and resilient children through experiences and opportunities to prepare them for their future in the modern world.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcomes families and outlines an inclusive, values-led school with a strong partnership with parents and the community; emphasizes a rich curriculum and the motto 'Be extraordinary.'

Extracurriculars

Clubs

School Band Cricket Choir Football Girls Football Boys Football Multi Sports Craft Club Microbit Club Board game Club Art Club Dodgeball Club Film Club Gymnastics Club Running Club Netball Club 11 Before 11 Perfect a Pitch Caring Campaigner 10 Good Deeds in 10 Days

Sports

Cricket Football Netball Gymnastics Multi Sports Running

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