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Chestnuts Primary School
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Chestnuts Primary School
- Primary
- West Bletchley MK3 5EN
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum supports pupils' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development well
Foundational Skills: Pupils are making good progress in reading and writing but not as strong in mathematics
Areas Needing Improvement: Teaching does not ensure fully that all pupils are challenged to reach higher standards in every subject
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils identified as needing extra help receive it, making a positive difference
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is good, they are confident, articulate and keen to learn
Performance in Maths & Reading: Current pupils are making increasingly strong progress in reading and writing but less so in mathematics
Support for SEND Pupils: The school has strengthened support for pupils with SEND, making good progress in reading and writing
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils understand what constitutes bullying and report it is resolved quickly
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a strong culture of safeguarding and clear procedures are in place
Parent Feedback: Parents are very positive about the school’s pastoral care
Parental Involvement: A range of effective approaches involve parents in their children's learning
Extracurricular Activities: A greater range of sporting opportunities and activities are available
Teacher Engagement: High expectations supported by high-quality training for all staff
Impact on Student Progress: Strong teaching impacts positively on current pupils’ progress
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching, learning, and assessment have improved significantly
Teaching Staff Challenges: Half of the staff have joined since April 2018, impacting continuity
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About Us
Chestnuts Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 432 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 47% 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'm Becky Skillings, and I'm incredibly proud to be the head teacher of this outstanding institution.
We take great satisfaction in our excellent commitment to caring, inclusion, and nurturing, our kids' amazing attitudes and passion for knowledge, and our incredibly motivated team.
We aim for excellent standards in education, sports, the arts, and a tonne of other things.
We place a high premium on nurture and well-being because we think that happy kids and motivated teachers are more likely to do their best work.
Every day, the Chestnuts' crew upholds these principles.
At Chestnuts Primary School, we want to help every child reach their greatest potential in a supportive, nurturing atmosphere.
We put a lot of effort into helping kids grow as a whole while maintaining the highest standards possible.
Children and staff at Chestnuts have the chance to take British Sign Language classes as part of their regular academic schedule.
This fosters comprehension and crucial dialogue with our hearing-impaired students, who come to work with us every day from all over Milton Keynes.
We are happy to provide a breakfast club that is available to all Chestnuts students in Foundation through Year 6 every day.
There is a lot more to say, but the fact that we went from having 240 students to having over 400 in a short period of time speaks for itself. If you're interested in joining us, please call the school at (908) 373748 or send an email to [email protected] for more details.
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We take great satisfaction in our excellent commitment to caring, inclusion, and nurturing, our kids' amazing attitudes and passion for knowledge, and our incredibly motivated team.
We aim for excellent standards in education, sports, the arts, and a tonne of other things.
We place a high premium on nurture and well-being because we think that happy kids and motivated teachers are more likely to do their best work.
Every day, the Chestnuts' crew upholds these principles.
At Chestnuts Primary School, we want to help every child reach their greatest potential in a supportive, nurturing atmosphere.
We put a lot of effort into helping kids grow as a whole while maintaining the highest standards possible.
Children and staff at Chestnuts have the chance to take British Sign Language classes as part of their regular academic schedule.
This fosters comprehension and crucial dialogue with our hearing-impaired students, who come to work with us every day from all over Milton Keynes.
We are happy to provide a breakfast club that is available to all Chestnuts students in Foundation through Year 6 every day.
There is a lot more to say, but the fact that we went from having 240 students to having over 400 in a short period of time speaks for itself. If you're interested in joining us, please call the school at (908) 373748 or send an email to [email protected] for more details.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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C+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.1 | 21.1 | 25.6 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 104 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 102 | 106 |
| 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 | 101 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 95 | 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 | 47% | 53.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.6% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 | 102 2 | 91 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 89 | 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 | 62% 19 | 56.5% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 4 | 9.59% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.0 | 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 | 100 | 85 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 85 | 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 | 43% | 52.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.98% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 | 3rd 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chestnuts Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1