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Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
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Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
- Primary
- Durham DH1 5LP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders have introduced new strategies to improve teaching in mathematics and reading, contributing to high standards of attainment and improving progress.
Success of the Curriculum: In reading, writing, and mathematics, pupils reach standards well above those seen nationally, with ongoing efforts in place to further enhance achievement.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils do not develop subject-specific skills, knowledge, and understanding in science sufficiently, affecting their progress.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards of attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics are above national averages, though progress in mathematics, especially for girls, needs further acceleration.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes to learning, respect towards others, and high rates of attendance, reflecting a supportive and safe learning environment.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support and new forms of assessment are being used to improve progress in writing, particularly for boys, and for those who need help in mathematics.
Support for SEND Pupils: Tiered systems of support are provided, with regular reviews involving parents and pupils, contributing to good progress for many, though some inconsistencies remain.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is extremely rare, and staff are highly effective in addressing it. Pupils feel safe and are educated on staying safe online and against strangers.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose, with regular audits and thorough checks on staff, though some records need better documentation.
Parent Feedback: The vast majority of pupils feel safe in school, and their parents agree, indicating high parental trust in the school's environment and policies.
Parental Involvement: Reading diaries encourage parental support for reading, and parents have opportunities to review the impact of support for children with special needs.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils have access to a wide range of extracurricular clubs, trips, and activities, including sports, enhancing their self-confidence and experience.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers foster an enthusiasm for reading, leading to high standards of attainment and improved progress for pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use new strategies in mathematics and writing, leading to improving progress, though consistency across all year groups needs work.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some changes in leadership roles and new initiatives are not yet fully developed or consistently implemented.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: More rigorous systems to check teaching quality and pupil progress have been introduced, though these need time to fully establish.
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About Us
Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 234 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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I sincerely hope that this website will be useful to you in learning more about Blue Coat C of E Juniors. Because of the incredible school spirit at Blue Coat, where people genuinely care about and support one another, students thrive here. We enjoy high-level competition in numerous sports, celebrate the arts, and have a plethora of teaching expertise. We have wonderful students and a wonderful setting, and we plan to expand on all of these advantages while advancing teaching and learning at the school. While working hard, we also want our students to have fun while they are here. By encouraging students to take risks in their learning, our new curriculum offers the chance to boost creativity and further challenge them. We anticipate that by the time students graduate from our programme, they will be motivated, independent learners who are eager to learn more. Parent involvement and student voice are crucial to the school's development. When teachers, students, and you as parents are behind them, students can accomplish remarkable things. The students can accomplish more than they could have ever imagined if we all work together. To give all students the confidence to reach their full potential and because we believe that our children deserve nothing less, we will never stop seeking excellence. In order to deliver the excellent education that is a hallmark of Blue Coat Junior C of E (Aided) Junior School, we look forward to collaborating with you.
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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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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | 25.8 | 22.6 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 109 |
| 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 | 105 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 99 | 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 | 69% | 57.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 7.35% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below 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 | 107 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 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 | 81% | 60.73% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 1 | 10.1% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | Below 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 | 108 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 81% 2 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 1 | 10.1% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | Above 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 | 107 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 93 | 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 | 83% | 59.83% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 8.42% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1