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Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School
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Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School
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- Ilfracombe EX34 9LW
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | 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: Pupils develop a love of reading during their time, and write effectively for a range of purposes.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum supports academic development well, equipping pupils with knowledge and skills for modern Britain.
Foundational Skills: Prioritized reading; pupils become fluent, confident readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Embedded to meet low starting points, builds confidence and resilience.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to challenge the most able pupils in writing more effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Published outcomes not aligned with actual knowledge due to precision issues.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND make positive progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, considerate, and respectful, conducting themselves well in lessons and at social times.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Disadvantaged pupils gain confidence, curriculum focuses on catch-up.
Support for Falling Behind: Identified quickly, trust staff, feel safe, persevere in efforts.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Respectful, caring, thoughtful; positive attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective leadership ensures pupils with SEND overcome barriers and make strong progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: Specially resourced provisions benefit from expertise, confidence gained quickly.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Viewed as a sanctuary; strong, nurturing relationships.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High priority on social and emotional needs; impacts behavior positively.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying incidents have been significantly reduced, and pupils feel safe at school, although online gaming risks need better understanding.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a genuinely caring and nurturing culture; however, further work on radicalisation risks is needed.
Parent Feedback: Many parents gave positive comments on the quality of teaching, with homework seen as beneficial by all respondents.
Parental Involvement: Leaders continue to work with parents to improve attendance and reduce persistent absenteeism.
Extracurricular Activities: School offers a range of activities including surfing, archery, and athletics that promote attendance and engagement.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers respond well to high expectations and reflect on their teaching methods, creating a positive learning environment.
Impact on Student Progress: Changes in the approach to reading have improved pupils’ reading skills, contributing to strong progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular monitoring and evidence-based refinements ensure continuous teaching improvements.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Most-able pupils are not fully challenged in writing, limiting their potential achievement.
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About Us
Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Devon, South West.
It has 380 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 38% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B-
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C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.4 | 25.8 | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | 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 | 99 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 93 | 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 | 38% | 50.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 5.99% | 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 | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.2 | Well Below 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 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 90 | 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 | 58% 6 | 56.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.32% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 92 | 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 | 64% 7 | 58.22% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 2 | 8.83% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | 103 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 93 | 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 | 57% | 56.85% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.26% | 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 | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1