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Buxted CofE Primary School
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Buxted CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Buxted TN22 4BB
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff have undertaken intensive training in helping pupils to link sounds and letters.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make at least good progress in writing and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve teaching so that it is outstanding by ensuring more rapid progress in lessons.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils attain above average standards in reading, writing and mathematics by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: High-quality individualised support for some pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most have positive attitudes to learning and are very happy at school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Close attention is paid to their well-being and academic development.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is uncommon and pupils are confident incidents would be sorted out quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are diligent in caring for pupils who feel very well looked after and valued.
Parental Involvement: Strong partnerships with parents help pupils to settle in quickly and enjoy their time in the Reception class.
Parent Feedback: Senior leaders and governors are increasing opportunities to speak with and listen to parents.
Extracurricular Activities: An excellent range of activities outside of lessons greatly appreciated by pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use the breadth of their subject knowledge well to develop pupils’ skills.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils' good progress and rising achievement noted.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular lesson observations, scrutiny of pupils’ work keep improving teaching a high priority.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, the pace of learning is not well matched to pupils' needs.
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About Us
Buxted CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in East Sussex, South East.
It has 188 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 57% 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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Welcome to the learning platform and website for our school. Enjoy your stay, we hope. The buttons above should make it easier for you to access all the important details about the school, but if you still can't find what you're looking for, don't hesitate to contact us. We are a primary school with one form of entry. We offer a rich and interesting curriculum as a forward-thinking educational community to nourish each individual. Our highly supportive and demanding learning environment allows each child to achieve their best potential in both academics and social skills. Our kids are supported and encouraged to develop into independent, self-assured students who respect everyone in the school community and beyond. 'Embracing Christian values, we strive to develop a dynamic and inspiring. culture of learning, working in partnership with all members of our community;. we aspire to be the best we can be now and in the future'.
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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 |
C
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.2 | 25.8 | 20.2 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 103 |
| 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 | 106 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 97 | 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 | 57% | 53.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.59% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | 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 | 104 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 4 | 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 | 58% 17 | 59.55% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 4 | 8.37% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 105 4 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 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 | 75% 14 | 60.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 12 | 7.47% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 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 | 89% | 54.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 26% | 5.77% | 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 | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 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 | 23rd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Buxted CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1