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Ralph Sadleir School
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Ralph Sadleir School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Standon SG11 1TF
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Based on the inspection date: 23 April 2024
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Inconsistency in the quality of work produced by pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Too many pupils do not meet expectations, but things are improving.
Qualifications and Training: Too many teachers have not had specific professional development in curriculum delivery.
Current Educational Practices: Informal guidance on curriculum is available, but specific training is a priority.
Strengths and Challenges: Behaviour policy not consistently applied; new leadership is bringing improvements.
Communication: Pupils trust adults to act on concerns.
Opportunities for Involvement: Range of extra-curricular activities including Ralph Sadleir award.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to share opinions.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Turbulence in senior leadership had wide-ranging impact, but stability is returning.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Clear strategic plans for improvement are at an early stage.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand the system for reporting worries.
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of extracurricular activities are available including sporting activities and public speaking.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective provision with clear adaptations and regular training for staff.
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Ralph Sadleir School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 319 students from age 9-13 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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To create the conditions and support essential for the growth of the abilities and frame of mind required to meet future difficulties. We provide a stimulating environment which supports, challenges, develops and encourages individuals with a passion for learning. We are an all-inclusive school that excels for children of all backgrounds and abilities. We value diversity because we think it improves communal life as a whole. Through our official and informal teaching curricula, we hope to inspire and educate our students so they can grow into the future society and make informed decisions. We encourage open-mindedness, energy and inquisitiveness and want pupils to develop strategies and habits in their thinking that will help their understanding of the world. We want students to develop into expert learners who are equipped for any experiences they may have in the future. Along with assisting students in learning new skills and knowledge, our goal is to teach them about learning itself, how to get better at it, and how to use it in different contexts.
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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 | 103 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 51% | 58.22% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.91% | 7.4% |
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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -4.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | Below Average |
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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 | 105 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 70% 18 | 62.58% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 1 | 11.96% | 9.69% |
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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | 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 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 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 | 52% 6 | 61.02% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 3 | 11.68% | 9.14% |
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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | 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 | 101 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 95 | 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 | 58% | 59.69% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 11.39% | 8.17% |
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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.4 | Well 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 - 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 | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ralph Sadleir School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
