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Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School
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Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School
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- Elmbridge KT12 4QT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers plan lessons that spark pupils’ interest, promoting positive attitudes towards reading and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils generally make good progress, especially in Years 5 and 6. In reading and mathematics, they achieved high standards.
Foundational Skills: High-quality phonics programme starts in Reception, excelling in English and math.
Success of the Curriculum: Rich, ambitious, strong start in early years, excels in core subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Standards are not as high in other curriculum subjects compared to English and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Refine curriculum in foundation subjects for high standards.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In the last two years, pupils at the end of Years 2 and 6 attained high standards and made strong progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers plan lessons based on secure assessments of pupils’ prior learning, and there are high expectations for presentation and accuracy.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils love coming to school. They behave well in class, around the school, and at playtimes, showing respect and cooperation.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Particularly high achievement in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Swift support to address gaps in learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exceptional behaviour, fully engaged in learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress from their starting points.
Support for SEND Pupils: Quick identification, strong systems, and skilled leadership ensure support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: There is a strong culture of safeguarding in the school, underpinned by regular training and updates in all aspects of child protection.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff fully embrace their responsibility to protect pupils and understand how to report and record concerns.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Open, positive culture around safeguarding.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school, appreciating its caring, family ethos and the way staff help pupils develop their character.
Parental Involvement: Parents appreciate the school's community involvement and the positive relationships fostered with staff and students.
Parent Feedback: Parents value the high standards and inclusive environment.
Parental Involvement: Engagement through newsletters and events.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a wide range of clubs for pupils to join, which incorporate various interests and hobbies.
Extracurricular Activities: Varied activities, clubs and musical performances.
Teacher Engagement: Morale among staff is high, and they are proud to be part of the school team. Teachers and learning support assistants receive appropriate training and support.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers typically have high expectations for what pupils will achieve, promoting hard work and striving for their best.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers plan lessons that spark students' interest and help them develop positive attitudes to learning.
Teacher Engagement: Strong subject knowledge, consistent teaching in reading and math.
Impact on Student Progress: Impressive strategies for embedding vocabulary and knowledge.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some inconsistencies remain where teachers’ expectations of what pupils can achieve are not as high.
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Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Surrey, South East.
It has 410 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 85% 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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to guide the kids toward a more thorough knowledge and comprehension of the Catholic religion. to direct and encourage each member of the school community's spiritual development. to make everyone's participation in prayer, worship, and the liturgy a meaningful and relevant experience. to establish high standards for each child's performance and development within the framework of a joyful and supportive school community. To make sure that a creative curriculum is offered, one that is comprehensive and balanced and takes into account the needs and learning preferences of each student. ensuring that everyone has an equal chance to succeed in school, regardless of their race, gender, ethnicity, or religion. to make sure that the school's culture and curriculum respect and honour the various ethnic and cultural backgrounds present in both the school and society. to provide a respectful environment with high expectations for manners and behaviour. to foster a quiet, orderly, and encouraging environment where rewards and praise help kids feel good about themselves. To respect each member of the school community, acknowledge their efforts, and encourage their personal growth to assist parents in carrying out their duties for the social, spiritual, and academic development of their kids. ensuring that all members of the school community treat parents and visitors with civility and respect by creating a warm and welcome environment for them.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.4 | 24.2 | 19.6 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 105 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 106 | 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 | 109 | 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 | 85% | 59.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 9.25% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | 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 | 108 1 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 93 | 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 | 77% 4 | 61.81% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% 7 | 11.82% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 3 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 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% 12 | 63.33% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 16 | 11.19% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 110 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 110 | 94 | 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 | 93% | 61.56% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 28% | 11.6% | 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 | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | Above 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 Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1