Medlock Valley Primary School

About Medlock Valley Primary School

Medlock Valley Primary School is a primary school that prides itself on delivering an ambitious and relevant curriculum. The school's core values of Respect, Equality, Aspiration, Compassion, and Honesty are at the heart of everything they do. They aim to create a culture where all children can fulfil their personal, social, and academic potential.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Joanne Backhouse and Michael Ball

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

14.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

55.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily M

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A Home Away From Home for Our Child"

We are absolutely delighted with Medlock Valley Primary School. The staff are so supportive and enthusiastic, and my child comes home every day with a smile on their face. We love the emphasis on Respect, Equality, Aspiration, Compassion, and Honesty - it's wonderful to see these values in action. We've been impressed with the school's commitment to providing a holistic education, and my child thrives in their Forest Schools sessions.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"A School That Truly Cares About Its Pupils"

We still live locally and have kept an eye on Medlock Valley since our child moved to secondary school. The school's commitment to pastoral care and inclusion has always impressed us, and we've noticed that the school has continued to evolve and improve over the years. We're so grateful to have had our child attend this wonderful school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Michael R

Parent May 1, 2022

4.0

"A Great Experience, with Some Room for Improvement"

We've had a good experience at Medlock Valley so far. The school's focus on individuality and creativity is really encouraging, and our child has made some great friends. However, we've noticed that the school could benefit from more parental involvement in the curriculum - we'd love to see more opportunities for parents to contribute to lesson planning and decision-making.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rebecca G

Parent Jan 1, 2022

5.0

"A Wonderful Start to Our Child's Educational Journey"

We're absolutely thrilled with Medlock Valley Primary School. The school's welcoming atmosphere and commitment to safeguarding have made us feel at ease, and our child has settled in beautifully. We love the school's emphasis on phonics and reading, and the staff have been incredibly supportive in helping us to support our child's learning at home.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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