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Fordcombe Church of England Primary School
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Fordcombe Church of England Primary School
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- Penshurst TN3 0RY
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| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Children learn phonics from the beginning of Reception.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders prioritise pupils' wider development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects' curricula need further refining.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Struggling readers are provided with effective extra support.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective extra help for pupils who need more support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy positive attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: The curriculum is appropriately adapted for pupils with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Leaders address effectively any incidents of unkind behaviour and bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff teach pupils how to keep themselves safe.
Parent Feedback: Parents' responses to Ofsted Parent View were considered.
Parental Involvement: Pupils are encouraged to contribute positively to their school and village community.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils are keen to attend different clubs, such as those for chess and choir.
Impact on Student Progress: Most subject leaders are new to their role.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subject leaders have not yet had the chance to check that planning is being closely followed.
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About Us
Fordcombe Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 58 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1.
At this school, 100% 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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We hope you get the impression that Fordcombe C of E Primary School is a welcoming, open, and lively school from the greeting you receive when you walk through the front door (or by perusing our website).
At Fordcombe, students are at the centre of everything, which is exactly how we want it.
With up to 105 students enrolled, the school is modest by the standards of a primary school.
We are a voluntary-aided Church of England elementary school with strong ties to the Parish Church of St. Peter's, which is just a short distance away.
With the diversity of experiences on offer to students shining through in our most recent Ofsted inspection, we are incredibly delighted and proud of our new curriculum, which was launched in May 2014.
As a staff, we have worked hard to build a varied and exciting range of experiences that enhance classroom learning and promote the growth of the complete child.
Our goal is for students to graduate from Year 6 with the knowledge, character traits, and attitude necessary to succeed at the secondary school of their choice.
It is a "Good" school, Fordcombe.
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At Fordcombe, students are at the centre of everything, which is exactly how we want it.
With up to 105 students enrolled, the school is modest by the standards of a primary school.
We are a voluntary-aided Church of England elementary school with strong ties to the Parish Church of St. Peter's, which is just a short distance away.
With the diversity of experiences on offer to students shining through in our most recent Ofsted inspection, we are incredibly delighted and proud of our new curriculum, which was launched in May 2014.
As a staff, we have worked hard to build a varied and exciting range of experiences that enhance classroom learning and promote the growth of the complete child.
Our goal is for students to graduate from Year 6 with the knowledge, character traits, and attitude necessary to succeed at the secondary school of their choice.
It is a "Good" school, Fordcombe.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B
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B-
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-
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 5-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 12.7 | 19.1 | 12.8 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 107 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 100 | 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 | 100% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 29% | 8.01% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 & 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
12 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Fordcombe Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1