Allerton Bywater Primary School

A good academy converter school in Leeds. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Allerton Bywater Primary School.

Castleford, WF102DR Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

57

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
57.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 68.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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 May 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
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
Leeds Road
Allerton Bywater
Castleford, WF102DR
Phone
1977522620
Website
allertonbywater.leeds.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143242
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Leeds Road, Allerton Bywater, Castleford, WF10 2DR
Website
www.allertonbywater.leeds.sch.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE BRIGSHAW LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
408
Free School Meals
19.9% (81 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.2% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
15.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
68.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 105.0
2023 107.0 109.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
45
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
408 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-3.0 per year)

Down -3.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Through creativity, challenge and connection, we unlock our true potential."

Confidence Aspiration Respect Equality Integrity Resilience

The school regularly visits the local church of St Mary’s and is regularly visited by local clergy.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs Sarah Scotland welcomes families, describes ABPS as a two-form entry school within the Brigshaw Learning Partnership, and emphasizes a mission of cradle-to-career education founded on values of confidence, aspiration, respect, equality, integrity and resilience.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast club After-school clubs Teatime club Wraparound care

Facilities

Forest Schools area Outdoor learning area Living roof reading huts Adventure trail Mud kitchen Reading huts Sports hall Cycle sheds

Curriculum Highlights

Knowledge-rich curriculum Core knowledge identified across the curriculum Units linked to high-quality texts to support language development School-wide emphasis on SMSC and British values Careers guidance and advice Inclusive, differentiated learning with targeted interventions Curriculum designed to build cultural capital and long-term memory

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast club from 7:30am. After-school care from 3:15pm to 5:45pm (mon-thurs) and 4:45pm (Friday). Teatime club available with collection times at 4:45pm (plus pricing) and 5:45pm. Evening clubs run daily and include various activities.

SEND Provision

SENDCo is Mrs Ruth Thomas; early identification of needs; resources allocated to enable access to the full curriculum; collaboration with Leeds Children’s Services and use of Leeds Local Offer; contact via class dojo or school SENDCo.

Admissions Criteria

Admission Policy 2025-26; see Admissions Policy 2025-26 and related documents for criteria.

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