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Sherston CofE Primary School
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Sherston CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Sherston SN16 0NJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: All pupils master reading early with well-trained staff offering frequent support.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy planned opportunities to broaden knowledge, and develop social awareness beyond academics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Geography curriculum needs better sequencing and linking to previous knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils remember facts supporting their lessons, enjoying 'hands-on' math equipment.
Support for Falling Behind: Well-trained staff provide timely support throughout the school day for struggling readers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show positive attitudes in lessons; interruptions are rare, bullying managed effectively.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff adapt learning skillfully for SEND pupils, fostering independence and support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not a problem; pupils feel happy and safe, using strategies like 'apologising'.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is effective; staff report concerns appropriately and engage multi-agency support.
Parent Feedback: Parents value the school's work beyond academics, noting children's personal and social growth.
Parental Involvement: Parents appreciate how school involves them, especially in curriculum beyond academics.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils requested and enjoy more lunchtime activities, including climbing and sports.
Teacher Engagement: Governors have external support improving effectiveness; teachers value workload consideration.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching assistants offer timely support while promoting independent thinking.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers have expert knowledge in subjects, enhancing challenging and effective lesson delivery.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Curriculum planning in subjects like geography needs more careful content sequencing.
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Sherston CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Wiltshire County, South West.
It has 113 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 79% 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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We would like to extend a warm welcome to you to the website of Sherston CE Primary School on behalf of the faculty, governors, and students.
In the Cotswolds, we are a little rural school.
We offer a stimulating and current curriculum that satisfies the educational goals of our students and offers numerous possibilities for them to develop their learning abilities, discover their surroundings, and lay a solid basis for the rest of their lives.
Our entire school community is focused on putting the needs of the kids first to make sure they are well-prepared for the next stage in their educational journey.
We are extremely proud of our school, the accomplishments of our kids, and the wonderful energy that permeates the entire institution.
Additionally, you are welcome to visit us in person.
We welcome visitors to our school and provide tours to interested parents.
We look forward to getting to know you and your kids and know that you will love being a part of the community at Sherston Primary School.
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In the Cotswolds, we are a little rural school.
We offer a stimulating and current curriculum that satisfies the educational goals of our students and offers numerous possibilities for them to develop their learning abilities, discover their surroundings, and lay a solid basis for the rest of their lives.
Our entire school community is focused on putting the needs of the kids first to make sure they are well-prepared for the next stage in their educational journey.
We are extremely proud of our school, the accomplishments of our kids, and the wonderful energy that permeates the entire institution.
Additionally, you are welcome to visit us in person.
We welcome visitors to our school and provide tours to interested parents.
We look forward to getting to know you and your kids and know that you will love being a part of the community at Sherston Primary School.
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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 | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.9 | - | 15.1 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 107 | 105 |
| 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 | 105 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 79% | 54.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.97% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 107 3 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 2 | 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 | 82% 14 | 59.84% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% 15 | 9.3% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 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 | 68% 2 | 57.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 14 | 8.08% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 | 106 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 100 | 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 | 70% | 57.77% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 9.43% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | Below Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 24th 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 23rd 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sherston CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
