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Fairford Church of England Primary School
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Fairford Church of England Primary School
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- Fairford GL7 4JQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a high priority, phonics taught exceptionally well, and strong focus on foundational skills
Success of the Curriculum: Broad and balanced curriculum with substantial progress across subjects, except for French and Music
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve the quality of teaching and learning in French and Music to match other subjects
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in reading and mathematics is well above national averages
Support for Falling Behind: Swift action taken to enable pupils to catch up rapidly when they fall behind
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well in class and around the school
Support for SEND Pupils: Precise activities matched closely to meet needs; very good progress from their starting points
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare; robust safeguarding systems in place
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Regular safeguarding training for staff; secure understanding of responsibilities
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly positive about the academic and pastoral support
Parental Involvement: Parents are given materials and guidance to help with homework
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs that improve attendance, confidence, and social skills
Teacher Engagement: Regular checks on teaching with ongoing and valuable staff training
Impact on Student Progress: High-quality teaching results in rapid progress across the curriculum
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some groups of pupils did not progress as rapidly in writing as others but now making strong progress
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on teaching highlight areas for improvement and accelerate pupils’ progress
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About Us
Fairford Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 331 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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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Salutations from the PTFA Our Parent Teachers and Friends Association (PTFA), also known as Friends of Fairford Primary School, is open to all parents, educators, volunteers, and community people. The Friends of Fairford Primary School plan fund-raising activities, and the money raised from these events gives the school a sizable financial boost. Fundraising is vital, but so is bringing the entire school community together via pleasurable mutual cooperation and support. We sincerely hope you'll participate fully in these events. Contact details: Jenny Ransom and Susannah McKenzie serve as joint chairs. Secretary Catherine Elliott, and Sally Holland, as the treasurer Fairford PTF Association email: Facebook groups are available at this link: 350654785112783 The PTFA meets approximately every six weeks to discuss upcoming activities and decide how to use funds raised. At our most recent meeting, we decided to provide funds for the year six leavers' books, new playthings including balls, hoops, and floor chalks, as well as three theatre workshops for students in years two, three, and six. That works up to more than 1000 being given to the school, all of which was raised by parents and members of the neighbourhood at activities like the Christmas Bazaar, the Secrets Room, and the chocolate and toy tombola. I'm grateful. Happy days! The fundraising never stops, and your kids continue to gain from it.
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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 |
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | 25.8 | 18.3 |
| Proficient Math | 110 | 108 | 110 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 111 |
| 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 | 110 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 97 | 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 | 67% | 55.44% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 6.86% | 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 | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 6.3 | 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.
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 | 110 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 111 | 95 | 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% 2 | 60.51% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 39% 5 | 10.66% | 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 | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.0 | 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 | 109 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 111 | 95 | 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 | 88% | 59% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 34% 15 | 9.75% | 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 | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 3 | 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 | 111 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 111 | 94 | 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 | 88% | 56.63% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 9.31% | 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 | 6.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5.8 | Well Above 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Fairford Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
