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Cumnor Church of England School (Voluntary Controlled)
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Cumnor Church of England School (Voluntary Controlled)
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- Cumnor OX2 9PQ
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| Previous inspection | Inadequate |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make good progress in their key skills and reach high levels of attainment.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum successfully supports pupils’ broader cultural awareness.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve the accuracy and neatness of pupils’ on-going written work.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils in Year 6 did well in national tests, reaching levels well above average in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils falling behind are carefully monitored and effective additional support is provided.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is consistently good. Pupils get on well with each other and they feel safe in school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective additional support is provided for pupils with special educational needs, enabling them to make at least expected progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying are extremely rare and are dealt with effectively and quickly when they arise.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils’ good behaviour and considerate approach to others help to make the school a safe place.
Parent Feedback: Parents welcome the newsletters and updates on the school’s improvement plans.
Parental Involvement: The school consults with parents regarding additional support through pupil premium money.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils find the curriculum interesting and say there is something to interest everyone.
Teacher Engagement: Excellent relationships between staff and pupils are evident across the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers ensure that pupils are well prepared for the demands of Year 1.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teaching is not always precise and clear enough to ensure that all parts of lessons are highly effective.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers regularly mark pupils’ work but do not always ensure that repeated mistakes are quickly put right.
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About Us
Cumnor Church of England School (Voluntary Controlled) is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 198 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 68% 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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Around 200 students from 4 to 11 years old attend Cumnor Primary School, where they are divided into seven single-class year groups from Foundation to Year 6.
We are a volunteer managed Church of England school, which means that we have strong ties to the local St. Michael's Church and that much of our teaching is based on a Christian ethos.
We had been at the "Old School" in the heart of the hamlet before moving to our current location, which is more than 50 years old.
You can learn more about the history of our school and the hamlet at http://www.bodley.ox.ac.uk/external/cumnor/index.html.
The learning settings in each of our classes are engaging and beautiful, and overall, we have adequate resources.
For intervention and support work, we also have a specialised music room and a range of withdrawing places.
Each of our three youngest classes has a specific enclosed outdoor learning space.
We back up to farmland, and both the community of Cumnor and its public footpath network offer several possibilities to extend study throughout the curriculum outside of the classroom.
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We are a volunteer managed Church of England school, which means that we have strong ties to the local St. Michael's Church and that much of our teaching is based on a Christian ethos.
We had been at the "Old School" in the heart of the hamlet before moving to our current location, which is more than 50 years old.
You can learn more about the history of our school and the hamlet at http://www.bodley.ox.ac.uk/external/cumnor/index.html.
The learning settings in each of our classes are engaging and beautiful, and overall, we have adequate resources.
For intervention and support work, we also have a specialised music room and a range of withdrawing places.
Each of our three youngest classes has a specific enclosed outdoor learning space.
We back up to farmland, and both the community of Cumnor and its public footpath network offer several possibilities to extend study throughout the curriculum outside of the classroom.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.5 | - | 20.3 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | 110 |
| 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 | 106 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 94 | 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 | 68% | 54.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8% | 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 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | Above Average |
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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 | 108 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 2 | 96 | 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 | 87% 3 | 61.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 13 | 10.7% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | Above 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 | 107 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 2 | 96 | 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 | 90% 15 | 61.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 7 | 10% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | 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 | 107 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 97 | 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 | 75% | 59.54% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 9.89% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cumnor Church of England School (Voluntary Controlled)
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
