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South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School
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South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School
- Primary
- South Petherton TA13 5DY
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| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Children in the Reception classes quickly start to identify letters and begin to read, developing an understanding of numbers and basic skills.
Success of the Curriculum: The pattern of excellent teaching continues in Key Stage 1 with well-targeted activities and remarkable pupil progress.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure all lessons are thoroughly planned to provide the optimum pace and challenge to all groups of pupils.
Performance in Maths & Reading: High levels in national assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics, with exceptional progress in all subjects.
Support for Falling Behind: Increased small group support from teaching assistants helps pupils who need additional help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive attitudes to learning, strong love of learning, impeccable behaviour both in and out of lessons.
Support for SEND Pupils: School staff have an in-depth understanding of needs, ensuring that disabled pupils and those with special educational needs achieve consistent progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is virtually unknown; pupils report feeling very happy and safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Close relationships exist between pupils and adults; opportunities for play and care are well managed by staff.
Parent Feedback: Parents are most satisfied with the school and appreciate open communication through the parents' forum.
Parental Involvement: Homework promotes independence and involves parents constructively in their children's learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Well-qualified sports coaches and a range of after-school clubs provide additional sporting opportunities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers prepare varied, stimulating activities, promoting a love of learning and good relationships.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching assistants' contribution ensures that all groups of pupils achieve their optimum.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Lessons are regularly observed; excellent marking of pupils’ books supports continuous improvement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Sometimes planning in non-core subjects lacks detail, affecting lesson pace and challenge.
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South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 103 students from age 2-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly. Our school is active and pleasant, with lots going on. This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school. Children at South Petherton Church of England Infants are energetic and determined to accomplish limitless possibilities. Every choice we make is centred on the kids in order to make sure they are secure, content, and safe. We make sure that kids may cultivate a love of learning and a curiosity that will support the growth of lofty goals and lifelong memories. The school has a committed staff that strives to achieve high standards in everything we do. These standards are further ingrained by our fruitful interactions with parents, the neighbourhood, and the other schools in the Ham Hill Federation. We are adamant that parents should be active participants in their children's education because we think that learning is a partnership between the home and the school. I hope that this website will give you as much information as possible about our school, the staff and the many activities that our children enjoy through our curriculum and our extra-curricular activities that you need. Although it will expand as we add more content, nothing can ever fully match coming to see us in person.
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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 |
D-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 25.8 | 22.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 111 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 - 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1