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Christian Malford CofE Primary School
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Christian Malford CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Christian Malford SN15 4BW
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Based on the inspection date: 05 December 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff check if pupils are keeping up with the reading programme. If pupils fall behind, they receive the support they need to help them to catch up quickly.
Success of the Curriculum: While an ambitious curriculum has been designed, its implementation does not yet enable pupils to build their knowledge well enough as they move through the school.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some teaching does not make clear enough what pupils need to learn or teach the content that the school intends.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Inspectors carried out deep dives in reading and mathematics. The school places high importance on reading, which begins from the start of pupils’ time at school.
Support for Falling Behind: If pupils fall behind, they receive the support they need to help them to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The school promotes pupils’ positive behaviour. Pupils follow the school rules and behave well. They are kind and caring to one another.
Support for SEND Pupils: The needs of some pupils with SEND are not yet met well enough. Some staff do not routinely adapt learning well enough to fully support these pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know how to keep themselves safe in different situations, including when online.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There are clear systems in place for checking attendance. As a result, most pupils attend school regularly.
Parent Feedback: Parents speak highly about the positive start children make when they join the school.
Parental Involvement: It works well with parents and a range of professionals.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils speak positively about the extra-curricular opportunities and trips on offer to them.
Teacher Engagement: Some teaching does not make clear enough what pupils need to learn or teach the content that the school intends.
Impact on Student Progress: Some pupils have gaps in their knowledge and do not progress well through the curriculum.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The school has experienced turbulence in staffing over the past two years.
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About Us
Christian Malford CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Wiltshire County, South West.
It has 45 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 25% 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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A Christian values-based education offers students the chance to experience "Life in all its Fullness" via inspiring teachers who personalise learning and support aspirational students who respect themselves, others, and the environment. Our school's mission statement is "Challenge, Motivate, Succeed," and we offer a challenging, personalised curriculum to help every student succeed academically, socially, and personally. Each child is part of a learning family and can realise their greatest potential thanks to our small, vibrant community. Encourage all students to reach their potential by providing an inspirational curriculum, a nurturing environment, and good and better instruction. Encourage staff to continually provide good and improved instruction by collaborating closely with partner schools, offering resources for ongoing professional growth, and providing timely, constructive, and regular feedback. Create an environment where students are inspired to pursue excellence, grow in confidence and resilience, and acquire moral principles.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C-
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C+
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C+
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 4-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.8 | 26.8 | 12.5 |
| Proficient Math | 96 | 107 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 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 | 96 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 25% | 54.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.97% | 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 | 6.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.6 | 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 9 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 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 | 33% 2 | 59.84% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 9.3% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 96 7 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 6 | 94 | 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 | 31% 19 | 57.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.08% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -4.7 | Well 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 | 103 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 100 | 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 | 50% | 57.77% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 9.43% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | Below Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 24th 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 23rd 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Christian Malford CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1