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Bernards Heath Junior School
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Bernards Heath Junior School
- Primary
- St Albans AL3 5HP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is at the heart of the curriculum, with varied high-quality texts and effective support for struggling readers.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum develops subject-specific knowledge and understanding, preparing pupils well for secondary school.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a few areas, curriculum plans lack detailed progression, hindering depth of understanding.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in reading with tailored support for those who need it.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers quickly spot gaps in knowledge and adapt their teaching to support pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour and attitudes are exemplary; they value respect and kindness.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive tailored individual and group support, achieving well.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying rarely happens and is effectively dealt with by staff when it does.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school is a calm and purposeful place, promoting core values of respect, resilience, and responsibility.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school's nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
Extracurricular Activities: Extensive opportunities for clubs, sports teams, and other activities like choir and coding.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use strong subject expertise to introduce new concepts clearly.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching leads to high-quality pupil work and progress.
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Bernards Heath Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 356 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 79% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our children's sense of security, emotional health, and healthy living are given a lot of attention. If these needs are met, then we believe that children will be ready for learning and will be in a good position to access the curriculum and achieve success and self belief. Every child's needs are met with enthusiasm and dedication by the teaching and support staff. We value each child and nurture and celebrate individual talents, whether these are academic, artistic, musical or athletic. We strive towards high standards and provide a variety of chances for personal development. We collaborate closely with Bernards Heath Infants School to ensure a seamless transition from Year 2 to Year 3. Please call to set up an appointment; I always like showing potential parents around our school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.3 | 25.8 | 22.9 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 110 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 109 | 111 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 108 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 100 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 79% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 9.95% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% 3 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% 9 | 11.98% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 3 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 76% 11 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 12 | 11.72% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 109 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 95 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 87% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 11.43% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | Above Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bernards Heath Junior School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1