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Manor Court Community Primary School
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Manor Court Community Primary School
- Primary
- Chard Town TA20 2ES
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils quickly learn phonics and almost all read age-appropriate books fluently.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders aim high with ambitious curriculum plans, ensuring teachers are well-supported.
Areas Needing Improvement: In science and geography, pupils struggle to recall key points and use precise language.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who may struggle, including those with SEND, catch up quickly with regular support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils concentrate in class, present work well, play safely, and treat staff with respect.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Not all material in KS2 is sufficiently challenging for the most able.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are supported in class by skilled teaching assistants with sharp targets.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School treats bullying seriously and ensures pupil safety, staff trained well to spot risks.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are vigilant, working closely with agencies to support families at times of need.
Parent Feedback: Every parent who responded to Parent View was positive about what the school offers.
Parental Involvement: Parents are kept involved through feedback mechanisms like Parent View survey responses.
Extracurricular Activities: The number and range of clubs on offer are extensive, covering sport, art, and music.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan inspiring experiences that help pupils to have fun safely and make progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, teachers need to ensure pupils remember and apply all they should.
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Manor Court Community Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 445 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1.
At this school, 83% 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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Manor Court is a sizable neighbourhood elementary school that serves Chard's south and west. A bustling and welcoming school, it can accommodate 390 students. We as a school are dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children entrusted to our care. In a joyful, compassionate, and orderly learning atmosphere, Manor Court Community Primary School continuously aspires to the best standards in academics, socialisation, physical development, and morality. We take great pride in our community's hard work and growing reputation. Please make plans to visit us so that you can learn more about the opportunities we can provide for your child. Every morning at 8:45, registration begins on time, and the school day ends at 15:15. Children receive a fifteen minute break in the morning at 10:30, and in KS1 and KS2 they eat between 12:00 and 13:00. One of our numerous after-school programmes will attract a lot of kids. These clubs are open seven days a week till 16:15. Additionally, a breakfast club is available every day beginning at 8:00. Please get in touch with Mrs. Jo Lilley in the school office if you'd like a paper copy of the information on the school website. The Preston Primary Academy Trust runs Manor Court Community Primary School (PPAT). The Toose, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3SN is where PPAT is registered. a charitable limited liability corporation with legal status in England and Wales (company number 8727883). For financial information regarding the Preston Primary Academy Trust, including latest audited accounts, please follow the link below.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 26.4 | 24 | 21 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 106 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 106 | 101 |
| 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 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 92 | 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 | 83% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 6.42% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 106 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 71% 4 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 1 | 9.22% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | 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 | 104 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 67% 12 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 5 | 8.19% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 102 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 92 | 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 | 55% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.13% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | Below Average |
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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 - 1st Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
26 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Manor Court Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1