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Kingsley St John's CofE (VA) Primary School
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Kingsley St John's CofE (VA) Primary School
- Primary
- Kingsley WA6 8EF
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a high priority, with a well-delivered phonics programme and strong communication skills development.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has a well-designed curriculum that meets pupils' needs and leads to high achievement.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subject assessment systems need refinement to ensure knowledge retention checks.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils benefit from strong foundational skills development in maths and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support is provided to help pupils catch up quickly when gaps in knowledge are identified.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, showing high standards of conduct and enthusiasm in lessons.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff are adept at identifying and supporting pupils with SEND, ensuring they achieve as well as their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and know staff will help them with any concerns or worries.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes pupils' welfare effectively, with a strong emphasis on equality and diversity.
Parent Feedback: Parents are encouraged to share their views through Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents in fundraising activities and community engagement.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils have many enrichment opportunities, including residential trips and outdoor learning.
Outdoor Facilities: The school offers ample outdoor experiences that contribute to pupils’ confidence and independence.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are well-prepared and deliver the curriculum effectively, appreciating support from the leadership team.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching is tailored to match the intended curriculum, leading to good pupil outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers know their subjects well and use assessments effectively in most areas.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some assessment systems need improvement to better check knowledge retention.
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About Us
Kingsley St John's CofE (VA) Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 63 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1.
At this school, 64% 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 strive to put the following effective outcomes for our students at the centre of everything we do.
Through mentoring, counselling, feeling, sharing, making friends, and forgiving, we develop confidence.
We offer advice and instruct others on how to support—just as Jesus did for us through his teachings.
As God loves us, we demonstrate love by modelling it for others.
We provide chances to collaborate with our neighbourhood, leading by example and going where no one has gone before.
Instead of indifference, we advocate accepting difference. -
Just as Jesus treated the leper, so too does he embrace each and every one of us into his heart.
We demonstrate to our students how to recognise accomplishment in others in the same way that Jesus did.
Together, as a family, brothers and sisters, we celebrate victories.
We impart a comprehensive curriculum that is supported by Christian and British values. These are the principles found throughout the Bible, where psalms and parables point us in the right direction.
We give everyone in the community the building blocks to create connections that can cut beyond differences.
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Through mentoring, counselling, feeling, sharing, making friends, and forgiving, we develop confidence.
We offer advice and instruct others on how to support—just as Jesus did for us through his teachings.
As God loves us, we demonstrate love by modelling it for others.
We provide chances to collaborate with our neighbourhood, leading by example and going where no one has gone before.
Instead of indifference, we advocate accepting difference. -
Just as Jesus treated the leper, so too does he embrace each and every one of us into his heart.
We demonstrate to our students how to recognise accomplishment in others in the same way that Jesus did.
Together, as a family, brothers and sisters, we celebrate victories.
We impart a comprehensive curriculum that is supported by Christian and British values. These are the principles found throughout the Bible, where psalms and parables point us in the right direction.
We give everyone in the community the building blocks to create connections that can cut beyond differences.
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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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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 11.5 | 25.8 | 15.4 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 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 | 106 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 98 | 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 | 64% | 55.11% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.11% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | 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 | 101 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 95 | 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 | 43% 1 | 58.65% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.28% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -8.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.3 | 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 | 102 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 44% | 57.86% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.77% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | 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 | - | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 53.36% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.98% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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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 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
11 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Kingsley St John's CofE (VA) Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
