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Holmer CofE Academy
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- Hereford HR4 9RX
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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: Expert phonics teaching helps children make a good start with reading.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is thoughtfully planned and supplemented by high-quality activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure that the school’s governance structure provides sufficient separation.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' attainment is consistently above the national average in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff are quick to spot struggles and provide timely feedback and extra support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have excellent attitudes to learning and are keen to do their best.
Support for SEND Pupils: Exceptional support for pupils with additional needs, leading them to thrive.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and pupils feel safe and well cared for.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: An extremely strong culture of care and support is evident throughout the school.
Parent Feedback: Parents are full of praise for the school, especially its leadership and quality of teaching.
Parental Involvement: Leaders’ efforts to involve parents in children’s learning are proving very successful.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils benefit from a wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers expect the best from pupils who rise to these high expectations.
Impact on Student Progress: Outstanding teaching results in pupils making strong progress in all subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: No significant challenges mentioned; staff and leadership continually seek new ideas.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on teaching and timely training ensure continuous improvement.
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About Us
Holmer CofE Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Herefordshire, West Midlands.
It has 412 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 86% 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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We appreciate your interest in learning more about Holmer C of E Academy and visiting our website. We hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover more about what we do at our school. Holmer has had a school since 1857 and has long had a well-deserved reputation as a top institution. We genuinely care about our students and constantly try our best to give them a top-notch education in a Christian environment. We are aware of the significant influence early education has on children's prospects for success in the future as well as the morals and standards they uphold in their daily lives. We place a high focus on academic achievement and think it's critical to instil in them a sense of decency and respect for one another. Everyone in our community is held to exceptionally high standards, and we are immensely proud of our school. All children have an equal opportunity to access a wide-ranging curriculum, and we work to meet the requirements of every student. Additionally, our curriculum attempts to ensure that it will serve as a solid foundation for students' needs as they enter adulthood in the twenty-first century. Please get in touch with the school office if you want additional information. We would love to show you around our school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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A+
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C+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.7 | 21.5 | 21.9 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 107 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 106 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 86% | 60.01% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 8.81% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 109 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 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 | 93% 11 | 64.72% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% 12 | 11.61% | 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 | 4.5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 4.8 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 5.0 | Well 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 | 108 2 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 94 | 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 | 82% 8 | 61.24% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 10 | 10.46% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.4 | 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 | 110 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 98 | 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 | 90% | 58.8% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% | 7.94% | 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 | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 6.4 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Holmer CofE Academy
Local authority ratio 17 : 1