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The Redstart Primary School
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- Chard Town TA20 1SD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders promote reading as the linchpin of the curriculum. Children in Nursery and Reception get a strong start in phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have acted swiftly to rectify gaps through 'learning gateways'. Teachers now know what pupils need to learn and when.
Areas Needing Improvement: The approach to assessment is not fully shaped, and some subjects lack detailed subject knowledge among teachers.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are more capable mathematicians and read regularly, yet challenging aspects of reading like inference need improvement.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The use of exclusion is rare; pupils trust staff to resolve serious concerns.
Support for Falling Behind: The SENCo regularly reviews support, but variability exists in how well teaching matches pupils' needs.
Support for SEND Pupils: There is variability in how well teaching matches pupils’ needs despite regular review by the SENCo.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is uncommon. Staff effectively handle minor disagreements and serious concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders are particularly aware of pupils’ social and mental well-being, strengthening the support available.
Parent Feedback: Parents give their views via Ofsted Parent View which influences inspections.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils develop sporting and creative prowess, participating in sports fixtures, art clubs, and choir.
Outdoor Facilities: Forest school is a welcome addition where pupils work cooperatively on various activities.
Teacher Engagement: Trust leaders work well with staff to ensure that ‘every moment is a learning moment’.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching builds secure foundations, but the accuracy of pupils' spelling and understanding in reading needs improvement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers’ subject knowledge sometimes lacks detail in various subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching is not always well planned to support pupils effectively; assessment practices need sharpening.
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The Redstart Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 461 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 71% 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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A small village tucked away in South Somerset between Dorset and Devon is home to The Redstart Primary School, which is located in a beautiful area of Chard.
We are a primary school with two forms of entrance and a sizable on-site daycare.
Our goal is to create a nurturing, encouraging environment where every student can reach their greatest potential.
In March 2014, OFSTED gave the school an Outstanding judgement in all areas, praising "the strong sense of collaboration clearly obvious in the school" as a positive.
We provide a variety of contemporary purpose-built facilities, including six excellent new classrooms and a fantastic kitchen, in addition to "a very supportive and cheerful learning atmosphere."
All of our teachers work together in teams to provide all of our students with high-quality learning experiences.
Redstart is well-known in the community and is a highly well-liked institution.
You would join us at a very exciting moment as a member of the recently established Redstart Learning Partnership, as the Multi-Academy Trust is offering many leadership and educational opportunities.
The Redstart staff is passionate about giving our amazing kids the greatest learning environment possible. They are committed professionals.
Along with our dynamic, newly evolving curriculum, our ground-breaking weekly "Redstart University" workshops give Key Stage 2 teachers the ability to facilitate learning with small groups in subjects that aren't often covered during a primary school day.
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We are a primary school with two forms of entrance and a sizable on-site daycare.
Our goal is to create a nurturing, encouraging environment where every student can reach their greatest potential.
In March 2014, OFSTED gave the school an Outstanding judgement in all areas, praising "the strong sense of collaboration clearly obvious in the school" as a positive.
We provide a variety of contemporary purpose-built facilities, including six excellent new classrooms and a fantastic kitchen, in addition to "a very supportive and cheerful learning atmosphere."
All of our teachers work together in teams to provide all of our students with high-quality learning experiences.
Redstart is well-known in the community and is a highly well-liked institution.
You would join us at a very exciting moment as a member of the recently established Redstart Learning Partnership, as the Multi-Academy Trust is offering many leadership and educational opportunities.
The Redstart staff is passionate about giving our amazing kids the greatest learning environment possible. They are committed professionals.
Along with our dynamic, newly evolving curriculum, our ground-breaking weekly "Redstart University" workshops give Key Stage 2 teachers the ability to facilitate learning with small groups in subjects that aren't often covered during a primary school day.
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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 | 24 | 26.4 | 21 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 107 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 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 | 106 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 71% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2 | 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 | 105 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 67% 11 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 6 | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 56% 10 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 66% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Redstart Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
