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Charlton Church of England Primary School
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Charlton Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Dover CT16 2LX
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of phonics is effective; teachers build on this so that pupils develop a good understanding of texts.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy an interesting and rich curriculum, benefiting from varied activities and meaningful opportunities to write.
Areas Needing Improvement: The school needs to increase the rate of progress and attainment of disadvantaged pupils and improve attendance rates.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils’ achievements in reading, writing, and mathematics are steadily improving over time and across the school.
Support for Falling Behind: There is valuable additional support, such as play therapy and emotional support, ensuring that SEN pupils feel included in learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and have very positive attitudes, but too many take time off school. Attendance has been below average for the last two years.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school provides effective support for pupils who find school difficult for whatever reason. Tasks and support are set at an appropriate level.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective checks, systems, routines, and records are rigorously carried out to keep pupils safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The acting headteacher moved swiftly during the autumn term to strengthen the expertise in the school. Safeguarding is effective.
Parent Feedback: The majority of parents' responses are positive and improving rapidly. Leaders have taken action to improve communication and engagement.
Parental Involvement: Parents welcome the greater opportunities to be involved and commented on improved communications this year.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of after-school clubs with high numbers participating throughout different age groups.
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor space is used well to provide extended learning opportunities for children.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders have managed effectively the recent changes in staffing. Extensive induction has been put in place for new staff.
Impact on Student Progress: Current pupils’ books and assessment information show good progress in mathematics, reading, and writing.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Monitoring by leaders is sharply focused, and the positive impact of follow-up support for new members of staff is evident.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some classes pupils are too often required to complete unchallenging tables and worksheets.
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About Us
Charlton Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 204 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 60% 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 webpage for our school. We hope it serves as both a resource for you and a way for you to get a sense of the school's successes and accomplishments. We are incredibly blessed to have a wonderful professional team that collaborates to ensure that every child grows into a self-assured, independent learner in a supportive, nurturing, and welcoming environment. We are a primary school with a single form of entry and a strong Christian culture. Our school community is made up of all of our students, families, teachers, and governors. We collaborate to guarantee that every student has the finest opportunity. If you have any questions or would like to visit, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the school; you are more than welcome.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 7-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.2 | 23.5 | 20.3 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 103 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 104 | 105 |
| 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 | 103 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 60% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.01% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 | 105 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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 | 71% 8 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 3 | 11.56% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | 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 | 105 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 79% 17 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 4 | 10.3% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 103 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 62% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.77% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Charlton Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1