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Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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- Powerstock DT6 3TB
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Based on the inspection date: 06 February 2024
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The curriculum for early reading and phonics lacks rigour and does not match the needs of younger pupils
Success of the Curriculum: Recent steps have been made to improve the curriculum, but it is still early days
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment is not used effectively to check what pupils know and understand
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils know what it means to be a good friend and play together well
Performance in Maths & Reading: In some subjects, such as mathematics, the school’s curriculum is carefully sequenced
Support for Falling Behind: The teaching of phonics does not always help pupils to catch up quickly
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are identified early, but weaknesses in the curriculum and assessment hinder effective learning
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils develop positive relationships with staff and feel safe in school
Parent Feedback: Parents are supportive of the school and appreciate its focus on developing the whole child
Parental Involvement: The school builds close relationships with families to gain an understanding of pupils’ needs
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils appreciate opportunities to develop their skills beyond the academic, such as learning to play an instrument or to rock climb
Outdoor Facilities: Older pupils enjoy learning outdoors, building dens, and making abstract art
Teacher Engagement: Governors understand the importance of balancing the well-being and workload of staff
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff feel supported and are proud to work at the school
Impact on Student Progress: Assessment is inconsistent, causing gaps in pupils' knowledge
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The school needs to ensure that assessment is used effectively
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About Us
Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 57 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 50% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are a small, active, and joyful Church of England school in the charming West Dorset countryside village of Powerstock. Our school takes pride in its special "smallness," where each student is loved and respected for who they are. We hold children to high standards of learning and teaching so they can continually better themselves by picking up new abilities and information. We are proud to be active and aware of the significance of physical activity for all of our kids' mental and physical welfare. Our goal is for all of our kids to grow up to be content, self-assured, and independent people who are ready to face their next challenges. We hope that our prospectus will be a useful introduction to our school for you. We are always glad to show guests around our school and respond to their inquiries.
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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
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.8 | - | 20.2 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 96 | 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 | 50% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 8.08% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | - | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 10.32% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 3 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 13% 17 | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.71% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -8.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 | 99 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 90 | 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 | 30% | 51.38% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.79% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
