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Countess Gytha Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Countess Gytha Primary School
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Countess Gytha Primary School
- Primary
- Queen Camel BA22 7FF
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders have created a culture of reading with a well-implemented phonics program in place.
Success of the Curriculum: Published outcomes for pupils in mathematics, reading, and writing are high.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a few subjects, leaders are not clear enough about how well implemented the curriculum is.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Published outcomes for pupils in mathematics, reading, and writing are high.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who need support to catch up receive help to keep up with their peers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, respectful, and follow leaders' expectations.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff make sure pupils with SEND have appropriate support through careful plans and guidance.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe at school and know who to speak to if they have concerns. Staff are prompt to help when needed.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff receive update training on national and local safeguarding matters and act promptly to work with external agencies.
Parent Feedback: Parents are extremely positive about the school and the experience their children have.
Extracurricular Activities: Leaders timetable a vast range of activities, such as chess, animation, country dancing, and mathematics.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers assess and track pupils’ progression through the curriculum in all subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In Reception, the focus on some of the wider provision is not as sharp.
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About Us
Countess Gytha Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 146 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 90% 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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Our Queen Camel elementary school, which opened its doors in 1872 and has been serving the neighbourhood and other communities, is something we are really proud of. We serve students between the ages of four and eleven. The school's faculty and governors strive to offer students a comprehensive and balanced curriculum that is age- and developmentally-appropriate. We offer a nurturing, joyful, and upbeat environment where kids may reach their full potential, gain self-confidence, and learn to respect others and their environment. We are dedicated to building a solid educational connection between the home and the school. Prospective parents are welcome to visit the school, meet the teachers and students, and observe classes in progress. The faculty and governors of Countess Gytha Primary School strive to offer a secure, loving, joyful, and orderly school environment where students can study, grow in their abilities, and develop positive attitudes.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.9 | 18.8 | 19.5 |
| Proficient Math | 112 | 110 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 111 | 112 | 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 | 112 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 111 | 92 | 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 | 90% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 6.42% | 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 | 4.4 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 6.5 | Well 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.
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.
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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 - 1st Sep 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Countess Gytha Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
