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St Barnabas Church of England School
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St Barnabas Church of England School
- Primary
- North Northamptonshire NN8 3HB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| 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 reading is very effective and leaders plan excursions to broaden pupils’ experiences.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum offers a wide range of learning experiences for pupils to broaden their horizons.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers occasionally do not spot where they can provide higher levels of challenge quickly enough.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' achievement exceeds national averages for reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders check pupils' progress regularly and target additional support carefully.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, well-behaved, and show positive attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: The headteacher, who is also the SENCO, engages successfully with external agencies for effective support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say they are safe in school and learn how to keep themselves safe in various situations.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff have extensive training to support pupils’ welfare, ensuring a strong culture of safeguarding.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly supportive of the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved through regular communication and invited to participate in school activities.
Extracurricular Activities: A variety of sports and clubs are offered after school to appeal to many pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor area is well-used, providing a captivating learning environment.
Teacher Engagement: Staff appreciate the professional development and training they receive.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan sequences of lessons that build up pupils’ knowledge and understanding systematically.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The headteacher checks the quality of teaching regularly and provides additional support where required.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, teachers do not provide higher levels of challenge quickly enough.
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About Us
St Barnabas Church of England School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 171 students from age 5-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 5-7 | 7-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.9 | 24.3 | 27.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | 104 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | - | 105 | 103 |
| 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Barnabas Church of England School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1