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Carrington Junior School
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Carrington Junior School
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- Chepping Wycombe HP10 9AA
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Based on the inspection date: 01 October 2024
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Success of the Curriculum: Implemented a well-thought-out curriculum in mathematics and science, bringing greater consistency.
Foundational Skills: Pupils incrementally build on previous learning in mathematics effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: School’s broad and ambitious curriculum aids learning retention.
Foundational Skills: Leaders are continuing to make improvements to the English curriculum. There is now a consistent approach to teaching reading comprehension.
Areas Needing Improvement: Weaknesses in the wider curriculum mean that pupils do not achieve well in some subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Important knowledge year to year needs clearer identification.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave sensibly.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick identification of barriers with supportive plans in place.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High behaviour standards with quick action against bullying.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Leaders have made improvements in mathematics, helping pupils achieve well. Reading comprehension approaches are consistent but phonics support needs improvement.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra support is not consistently precise or effective.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Staff teach reading with expertise, yet not all pupils enjoy it.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive integration in main classes with appropriate support.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils’ additional needs are identified quickly but teachers do not consistently take enough account of these needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding. Staff are alert and pass on concerns quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff receive up-to-date training about specific safeguarding issues.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Rare bullying incidents swiftly addressed, ensuring safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong moral compass teaches right and wrong.
Parent Feedback: Most parents have nothing but praise for the school and the care that their children receive.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are upbeat and enjoy working at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers generally explain things well and involve pupils in lively discussions.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers do not consistently adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils with SEND.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of cultural experiences like French markets and concerts.
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About Us
Carrington Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 236 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 59% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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-
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.6 | - | 22 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 111 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 108 |
| 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 | 102 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 59% | 57.12% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 10.52% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below Average |
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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 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 4 | 98 | 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% 17 | 62.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 9 | 10.86% | 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 | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | 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 | 104 4 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 98 | 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 | 64% 29 | 60.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 10.25% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 | 100 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 35% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.5% | 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 | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -7.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.4 | Well Below 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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 - 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Carrington Junior School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1