Co-op Academy Hillside

A good academy converter school in Wirral. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Co-op Academy Hillside.

Prenton, CH439HG Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

43

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
39.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 46.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
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
2 October 2012
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Ridgeview Road
Prenton, CH439HG

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
149838
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Ridgeview Road, Prenton, CH43 9HG
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
260 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
166
Free School Meals
46.2% (77 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.2% (2 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
46.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
100.0
Grammar Score:
101.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 100.0 102.0
2023 96.0 100.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
8 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
17
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
166 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+3.0 per year)

Up 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

Creativity Care Curiosity Connectivity Self-help Self-responsibility Democracy Equality Equity Solidarity Openness Honesty Social responsibility Caring for others

Head Teacher's Message

Jennie Hamer, Head of School, welcomes families, pupils and the wider community and describes Hillside as a warm, inclusive community where every individual is valued and encouraged to achieve their best.

Curriculum Highlights

4Cs Curriculum: Connectivity, Creativity, Curiosity, Care Curriculum Schemes Curriculum (by subjects) Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Year Groups Enrichment opportunities and local community links Co-op values integration

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Wraparound care includes a Breakfast Club from 8:00 am (subject to potty-training) and extra hours available as needed. A full day costs £32.50. Lunch is charged at £2.50 per day or you may provide a packed lunch. Standard school day hours are 8:45 am – 3:15 pm; Morning session 8:45 am – 11:45 am; Afternoon session 12:15 pm – 3:15 pm.

Financial Information

Free Nursery Education: 15 hours per week for 2-year-olds (eligible families may access up to 30 hours). For 3- and 4-year-olds, all children receive 15 free hours per week, with eligible families able to access 30 hours. Opening hours: 8:45 am–3:15 pm; Morning session 8:45 am–11:45 am; Afternoon session 12:15 pm–3:15 pm. Lunch charged at £2.50 per day or bring a packed lunch.

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