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Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School
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Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School
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- Kington St. Michael SN14 6JG
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| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Teaching foundational skills like reading, writing, and mathematics is described as rapid and sustained.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is described as responsive to pupils' interests with varied subjects under constant review.
Areas Needing Improvement: Progress in mathematics is not as fast as it is in English.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils’ attainment in reading, writing and mathematics is consistently above national averages.
Support for Falling Behind: Each pupil is known individually and any additional help they may need to achieve their best is put in place quickly and to good effect.
Behaviour and Attitudes: All pupils are highly motivated, have a love of learning, and a very good understanding of right and wrong. Behaviour is outstanding.
Support for SEND Pupils: Any additional support required for disabled pupils and those with special educational needs is put in place quickly and effectively.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils have a very good understanding of different forms of bullying and are highly confident these are not a part of their lives. The school’s work to keep pupils safe and secure is outstanding.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Child protection systems are robust, and any individual need relating to potential vulnerability is addressed swiftly and appropriately.
Parent Feedback: Parents, carers and staff are all extremely positive about the school’s work to help pupils achieve their best.
Parental Involvement: Information about children’s progress is shared fully with parents at every opportunity. ‘Wow’ books and Learning Journey records celebrate pupils’ achievement.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate in a wide range of sporting and social activities that enhance their personal development.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and teaching assistants work closely to plan stimulating and exciting activities.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching is consistently good, with much that is outstanding, enabling all pupils to achieve exceedingly well.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The school checks for understanding through highly effective strategies and regularly informs parents about pupils’ attainment and progress.
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About Us
Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Wiltshire County, South West.
It has 133 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 68% 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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Children in Foundation Stage 2 (Reception), Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 (ages 4 to 11) attend Kington St. Michael School, a voluntary-controlled Church of England primary school.
There are 132 kids registered, coming from the Chippenham neighbourhood of Cepen Park North, the parish of Kington St. Michael, and other communities.
We work to provide a dynamic environment where each kid is respected as an individual and can develop at his or her own rate.
Children can learn self-discipline and cooperation in a nurturing, positive, and caring environment.
We recognise that the collaboration between parents, teachers, and students results in the finest education possible for your kid.
We approach the process as a collaborative effort and think that the kids must be completely invested in and accountable for their own learning.
In order to desire to go farther and challenge themselves, both teachers and students need to be totally involved and motivated in their learning.
Our kids may study in a cheerful, accepting, and warm environment at school.
All of the staff encourages and supports the kids as they grow in self-assurance, independence, and so much more (parent feedback to Ofsted inspector). "I am in awe of the staff's ability to teach my kids the fundamentals of reading.
The staff is outstanding; they take the time to get to know each child and provide for their needs. (My child feels safe at KSM; the staff does all possible to ensure that all students are well-cared for) (parent questionnaire 2019). "All of the instructors and TA's are extremely friendly. I sincerely believe the personnel at KSM actually care about students and take a holistic approach to ensuring they are successful." (I am honoured to be a member of our newest team.
We feel well-led, in high spirits, and optimistic about the future at school. (
Please call to make an appointment if you would like to stop by and tour our school.
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Children in Foundation Stage 2 (Reception), Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 (ages 4 to 11) attend Kington St. Michael School, a voluntary-controlled Church of England primary school.
There are 132 kids registered, coming from the Chippenham neighbourhood of Cepen Park North, the parish of Kington St. Michael, and other communities.
We work to provide a dynamic environment where each kid is respected as an individual and can develop at his or her own rate.
Children can learn self-discipline and cooperation in a nurturing, positive, and caring environment.
We recognise that the collaboration between parents, teachers, and students results in the finest education possible for your kid.
We approach the process as a collaborative effort and think that the kids must be completely invested in and accountable for their own learning.
In order to desire to go farther and challenge themselves, both teachers and students need to be totally involved and motivated in their learning.
Our kids may study in a cheerful, accepting, and warm environment at school.
All of the staff encourages and supports the kids as they grow in self-assurance, independence, and so much more (parent feedback to Ofsted inspector). "I am in awe of the staff's ability to teach my kids the fundamentals of reading.
The staff is outstanding; they take the time to get to know each child and provide for their needs. (My child feels safe at KSM; the staff does all possible to ensure that all students are well-cared for) (parent questionnaire 2019). "All of the instructors and TA's are extremely friendly. I sincerely believe the personnel at KSM actually care about students and take a holistic approach to ensuring they are successful." (I am honoured to be a member of our newest team.
We feel well-led, in high spirits, and optimistic about the future at school. (
Please call to make an appointment if you would like to stop by and tour our school.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 25.8 | 20.4 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 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 | 107 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 68% | 54.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 6.97% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 106 4 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 97 | 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% 5 | 59.84% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% 20 | 9.3% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 4 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 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 | 62% 11 | 57.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 2 | 8.08% | 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 | - |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | 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 | 106 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 100 | 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 | 73% | 57.77% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.43% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 24th 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 23rd 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1