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Grove Church of England School
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Grove Church of England School
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- Grove OX12 7PW
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of reading, writing, and mathematics is strong, helping pupils develop key skills effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad and interesting, engaging pupils and supporting their learning across subjects.
Foundational Skills: Sharp focus on reading; phonics starts early with targeted support for those struggling.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum needs to provide more challenge for the most able pupils, particularly in subjects like geography and science.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad, balanced curriculum but variations in supporting knowledge retention.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need better sequencing to support knowledge retention.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics due to sharp teaching focus.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective strategies are in place, including additional care for vulnerable pupils and well-matched support for those with SEND.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, enjoy learning, and exhibit positive attitudes in class.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High behaviour expectations met well by pupils; calm, orderly environment.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading prioritized with targeted support, but some variation in teaching effectiveness.
Support for Falling Behind: Struggling readers receive prompt support; however, addressing gaps in understanding is inconsistent.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support for pupils with SEND is improving but still needs better alignment to individual needs for consistent progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: Clear identification through Pupil Profiles; varied success in adapting teaching.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong safeguarding culture; pupils feel safe and trust staff will handle issues effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Rigorous health checks and safety protocols ensure a protective environment for pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements create positive culture.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes well-being, emotion management, and pupil safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents generally trust the school and praise its care and educational quality.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents effectively in supporting attendance and student well-being.
Parent Feedback: Positive feedback via Parent View, generally satisfied with school.
Parental Involvement: Encouragement for parental involvement through community projects.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and high expectations, leading to effective teaching.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching has successfully raised pupil achievement, particularly in core subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching quality is regularly reviewed, with feedback provided to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, there is inconsistent challenge for the most able pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have secure subject knowledge but vary in delivery effectiveness.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching varies in supporting pupil understanding and knowledge retention.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Challenge in consistently applying effective teaching methods across all subjects.
Extracurricular Activities: Broad range of clubs and enrichment activities appreciated by pupils.
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About Us
Grove Church of England School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 192 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 37% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C
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C+
|
C
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.9 | 23.1 | 21.4 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 101 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 104 | 102 |
| 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 | 100 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 37% | 54.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 103 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 60% 3 | 61.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 3 | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 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 | 57% 4 | 61.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 1 | 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 | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 104 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 61% | 59.54% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | Below 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Grove Church of England School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
