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The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
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- Gedling NG4 1EQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of phonics is a strength. Pupils build on their knowledge effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have improved the quality of curriculum in English and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure the same quality of writing in all subjects and accurate use of mathematical vocabulary.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are making strong progress in different subjects. Notably improved in reading and writing.
Support for Falling Behind: Swift intervention ensures pupils secure necessary knowledge quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils conduct themselves well, show enthusiasm for learning, and enjoy helping others.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective training for teaching assistants ensures pupils' needs are met skillfully.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying are rare and dealt with effectively. Pupils feel safe and well-cared-for.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong focus on emotional health, including designated quiet spaces for support.
Parent Feedback: Parents praise the warm, family feel of the school and effective communication by staff.
Parental Involvement: Parents contribute to children's achievements and engage actively in school activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy taking part in a wide range of competitive sports and sporting festivals.
Outdoor Facilities: Improved outdoor area with engaging tasks for exploring mathematical ideas.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are keen to learn from each other and from other schools, ensuring high-quality teaching.
Impact on Student Progress: Consistent approach to teaching and learning has improved outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Performance management and high-quality training hold staff accountable for pupil progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Significant turbulence in staffing has been stabilized with new leadership.
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About Us
The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 222 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 52% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-7 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.8 | 19.4 | 19.8 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | - | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | - | 107 |
| 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 | 102 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 99 | 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 | 52% | 57.79% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 7.5% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 105 4 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 3 | 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% 13 | 62.04% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 10 | 9.87% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | 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 | 101 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 57% 7 | 61.52% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.63% | 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 | 1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above 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 | 101 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 96 | 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 | 50% | 59.57% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.85% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1