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Shelf Junior and Infant School
Shelf Hall Lane, Shelf, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 7LT, Calderdale
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
19.1 / 100
Bottom 19%
Better than 19% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
229
Capacity
315
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
73%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school shows a commendable commitment to student learning, reflected in its KS2 expected outcomes in reading, writing, and maths, which are in the top 85% nationally. While 82% of parents express satisfaction with the school, it has room for improvement, particularly in achieving higher standards, as no pupils reached the higher standard in KS2 assessments. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for young learners, though prospective parents may want to consider its performance relative to other local options.
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Last inspected: 21 January 2020Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 48% | Bottom 15% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Parent View (27 responses)
★★★★★4.0
School keeps me informed
100%
My child feels safe
93%
My child is happy
93%
Good range of extra-curricular
93%
Good range of subjects
93%
School has high expectations
89%
My child makes good progress
85%
Behaviour is good
85%
I'd recommend this school
82%
Progress is communicated
82%
School supports development
74%
School responds to concerns
52%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.3%
Mixed W+Asian6.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.2%
Asian Indian2.2%
Mixed Other1.3%
Other0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Location
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53.75050, -1.81997 · HX3 7LT
School details
Local authorityCalderdale
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN107513
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.shelfjandi.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Shelf Junior and Infant School rated by Ofsted?
Shelf Junior and Infant School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 January 2020.
Is Shelf Junior and Infant School a good school?
Shelf Junior and Infant School scores 19.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 19% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Shelf Junior and Infant School?
Based on 27 Ofsted Parent View responses, Shelf Junior and Infant School receives a satisfaction score of 80% across all parent survey questions.
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