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High Wycombe Church of England Combined School
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High Wycombe Church of England Combined School
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- Buckinghamshire HP11 2JU
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics and reading are taught well, encouraging children to develop good communication and reading skills.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum meets pupils' needs with good balance and engages students through varied subjects and themed weeks.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to provide more effective feedback on foundation subjects and move pupils onto challenging tasks swiftly.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support is provided for pupils who need to catch up, ensuring they make similar progress to their classmates.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils generally behave well, enjoy coming to school, and understand fundamental British values. Distractions are minimal during lessons.
Support for SEND Pupils: Extra help is provided to enable small numbers of SEND pupils to overcome barriers and make similar progress to their classmates.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils report that bullying is rare and are confident that staff address incidents quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is effective, staff are trained, and protocols for pupil safety are rigorous.
Parent Feedback: Most parents praised the school's welcoming atmosphere and approachable staff. Some desired clearer communication.
Parental Involvement: Leaders strive to engage parents with practical support on the website and regular updates from class teachers.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of clubs, performances, and sports competitions enhance pupils' experiences.
Outdoor Facilities: The outside area is being transformed into an exciting space despite its small size.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers follow school procedures closely, and teamwork with learning support assistants is strong.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers’ marking and feedback help in improving pupils' work, and most pupils make steady progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders have a strong focus on improving teaching quality through thorough evaluation and training.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, lessons are not challenging enough for the most able pupils.
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About Us
High Wycombe Church of England Combined School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 208 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 72% 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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Welcome to High Wycombe Church of England School, we are thrilled to have you. We are hoping that this is the beginning of a successful and lasting cooperation with the school. A comprehensive, balanced, and fascinating curriculum is offered within our compassionate Christian community, encouraging each child to grow in faith and self-assurance. In addition to providing children with the chance to grow intellectually and physically, we also work to help them develop personally and spiritually so they can grow into responsible, loving adults. We place a high value on communication between home and school because we think that a strong school/home collaboration is crucial to each child's education. We are eager to have you and your family as a part of our school community.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22 | - | 19.7 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 107 | 103 |
| 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 | 105 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 99 | 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 | 72% | 57.12% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% | 10.52% | 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 | 2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | 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 | 105 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 98 | 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 | 67% 7 | 62.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 3 | 10.86% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 1 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 98 | 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% | 60.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 3 | 10.25% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| 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 | 105 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 60% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.5% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at High Wycombe Church of England Combined School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
