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Cranfield Church of England Academy | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2025
Cranfield Church of England Academy
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Cranfield Church of England Academy
- Primary
- Cranfield MK43 0DR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers plan effectively in English, mathematics, and science. Pupils read fluently and enjoy a wide range of books.
Success of the Curriculum: The 'Stepping Stones' curriculum is well-ordered, helping pupils excel in foundational subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to improve the sequence and pace in non-core subjects to help pupils remember key ideas.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils learn how to read, write, and think mathematically very well.
Support for Falling Behind: Well-trained teaching assistants support pupils with SEND to overcome challenges.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are curious but sometimes need reminders to focus. They generally show respect and confidence.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum for SEND pupils, supported by well-trained assistants.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and handled effectively. Staff act swiftly on safety concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff teach pupils to assess risks and stay safe, including online.
Parent Feedback: Parents feel they join a 'big family' and praise the school's supportive environment.
Parental Involvement: Leaders involve local residents and parents extensively in school activities.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of extra-curricular opportunities tailored to pupils' needs.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers know their pupils well and plan engaging activities.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective planning leads to strong progress in foundational skills.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders check teaching quality and provide necessary training for improvement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need for clear sequence and pace in non-core subjects.
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Cranfield Church of England Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 519 students from age 2-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 32 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-9 | 2-9 | 4-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 32.2 | 24.7 | 19.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 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
32 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cranfield Church of England Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1