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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
- Primary
- Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge TA8 1ER
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: New reading curriculum with regular phonics sessions, improving reading skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious and well-planned approach; logical order for learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent implementation of reading curriculum.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Regular phonics sessions and well-planned learning approach show improvements.
Support for Falling Behind: Support to manage emotions and ensure readiness for learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff check feelings daily; good in classrooms; high expectations and focus on learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support from well-trained staff; effective transition process for new arrivals.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying hardly ever happens; prompt dealing with misbehaviour.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding training up-to-date; staff know how to report concerns.
Parent Feedback: Information available via Ofsted Parent View for parent opinions.
Teacher Engagement: Regular training and effective support for staff well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers ensure learning is secure; adapt curriculum disrupted by COVID-19.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some inconsistency in reading curriculum implementation across classes.
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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 332 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 53% 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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As the head teacher, I believe St. Andrew's is quite unique, and I love watching our students flourish as individuals in a supportive and demanding learning environment.
We hope that this website helps you gain a better understanding of the principles and objectives of our institution and that it will offer you access to a wealth of knowledge about the "spirit" of St. Andrew's. '
Usually excellent teaching is found at the school.
The school is always being developed and improved.
We have an open-door policy, so once your child enrols, I hope you'll feel free to get in touch with us whenever you have questions about their education or satisfaction at St. Andrew's.
We're here to help, so don't be afraid to talk to us about your worries.
You must visit St. Andrew's to experience the culture and sense of belonging that permeate our school. For those of you who are unfamiliar with us, be assured that you will be welcomed with open arms.
We take great pride in our school, and both students and staff love showing friends and visitors around St. Andrew's.
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We hope that this website helps you gain a better understanding of the principles and objectives of our institution and that it will offer you access to a wealth of knowledge about the "spirit" of St. Andrew's. '
Usually excellent teaching is found at the school.
The school is always being developed and improved.
We have an open-door policy, so once your child enrols, I hope you'll feel free to get in touch with us whenever you have questions about their education or satisfaction at St. Andrew's.
We're here to help, so don't be afraid to talk to us about your worries.
You must visit St. Andrew's to experience the culture and sense of belonging that permeate our school. For those of you who are unfamiliar with us, be assured that you will be welcomed with open arms.
We take great pride in our school, and both students and staff love showing friends and visitors around St. Andrew's.
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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge
TA8 1ER
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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 | 7-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | 25.8 | 19.6 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 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 | 53% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 60% 4 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 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% 8 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 2 | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 48% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -7.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | Below Average |
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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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1