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East Wichel Primary School & Nursery
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The quality of education Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding
Personal development Outstanding
Leadership and management Outstanding
Early years provision Outstanding
Previous inspection grade Good
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Foundational Skills: Phonic teaching begins in Nursery and develops into fluent reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Well-sequenced curriculum ensures pupils secure essential knowledge for success.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers check high expectations for learning, skillfully supporting new knowledge acquisition.
Support for Falling Behind: Resources effectively used to secure knowledge, including support from external agencies.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behavior is impeccable; they consistently show respect and cooperation.
Support for SEND Pupils: Skilled individual support planned and delivered with help from external agencies.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare; pupils feel safe and happy.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure pupils' well-being with a high profile on mental and physical health.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the opportunities for their children, saying they ‘flourish’.
Parental Involvement: Leaders help parents improve children’s attendance, ensuring regular school attendance.
Extracurricular Activities: Carefully planned activities ensure all pupils can take part, nurturing talents and interests.
Outdoor Facilities: Indoor and outdoor provisions are carefully planned to support learning and development.
Teacher Engagement: Staff dedication and skill realize leaders' vision for excellence.
Impact on Student Progress: High-quality texts and planned curriculum ensure pupils develop comprehension and deep knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers routinely check and ensure pupils meet high learning expectations.
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East Wichel Primary School & Nursery is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Wiltshire County, South West.

It has 461 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 27 : 1.

At this school, 60% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.

This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.

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At East Wichel Community Primary School, we aim to create an exciting learning environment where we meet the needs of every child, where they enjoy learning and are excited by it. We work hard to create a joyful and nurturing environment where kids feel valued as a part of our constantly growing school community. Our main goal is to help children develop a love of learning while also promoting their unique abilities and talents. We are passionate about the effect we have on the families and lives of our children. In collaboration with our parents/caregivers, we aim to strengthen the early learning that occurs at home. We are dedicated to making sure that our children's wellbeing, health, and academic success go hand in hand. We put a lot of effort into making sure our kids are content and feel secure and safe at school. We assist kids in realising how significant their contributions are to the school community, their immediate neighbourhood, and the larger society. The school strives to provide the best learning environment in which your child can develop fully as an individual, whilst learning to play their part as a valued member of the community. From the time you enter the nursery until the time you prepare to enter secondary school, we want to develop a strong collaboration with you. We hope that the information on the school website will be helpful to you as you decide if East Wichel Community Primary is the best school for your child. We hope this will motivate you to visit the school and learn more if you haven't already. You can count on a heartfelt welcome.
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Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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Ofset report Outstanding Good Good
Age range 2-11 3-11 3-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 27.1 25.8 20.1
Proficient Math 105 108 102
Proficient Read 104 109 104
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 105 89 97
Reading 104 90 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 60% 49.34% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 10% 5.24% 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 -1.6 Below Average
Writing 0 -
Maths -0.1 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 4 89 96
Reading 105 1 88 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 56% 5 50.35% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 5% 7.63% 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 -0.6 Below Average
Writing -4.9 Well Below Average
Maths -1.5 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 101 1 90 94
Reading 104 91 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 51% 10 55.13% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 8.18% 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 -0.2 Average
Writing -1.5 Below Average
Maths -3.5 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 88 93
Reading 104 88 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 41% 54% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 6.67% 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 0.0 Average
Writing 3.7 Well Below Average
Maths -4.1 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
27 : 1
Student teacher ratio at East Wichel Primary School & Nursery
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

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