#8 in Best Primary Schools in Somerset West and Taunton

St James Church School

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Ofsted Report
Good in both last and latest inspection
Snobe Grade
B

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St James Church School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Somerset, South West.

It has 485 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

From the School
In order for them to experience life in all its fulness. JOHN 10:10. Our school is active and pleasant, with lots going on. This website seeks to introduce you to the institution while also regularly updating information for both parents and students. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover any information you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly. Since we are a church school, we collaborate closely with parents, students, teachers, administrators, governors, the Multi Academy Trust, and nearby churches to create a secure setting where every child is appreciated. We provide a loving and joyful community that upholds Christian principles and encourages the development of every child.
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Phase of Education
Primary Primary Primary Primary
Type
Academies Academies Academies Academies
Snobe grade
B
C
B-
C+
Ofset report
Good Requires Improvement Good Good
Age range
3-11 2-11 2-11 4-11
Gender
Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio
22.1 22.2 26.9 23.4
Proficient Math
- - - -
Proficient Read
- - - -
Grade 5 or above GCSE
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Grade 5 or above A Level
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Day Fees
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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 99 88 96
Reading 100 90 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 22% 48% 55.75%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 5% 6.22% 7.34%

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 -2.1 Below Average
Writing -2.7 Below Average
Maths -2.9 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 105 3 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 69% 19 56.71% 60.3%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 11% 9 8.99% 9.64%

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 1.2 Above Average
Writing -0.7 Below Average
Maths 1.3 Above 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 2 94 94
Reading 102 2 95 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 50% 26 58.56% 59.38%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 2% 8 8.43% 9.1%

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 -1.4 Below Average
Writing -0.8 Below Average
Maths 0 -

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 92 93
Reading 104 93 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 76% 54.31% 56.21%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 10% 8.05% 8.13%

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 3.3 Above Average
Writing 5.3 Well Above Average
Maths 4.2 Well Above Average
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Holidays Date
Autumn Half Term Holidays 23rd Oct 2023 To 27th Oct 2023
Winter Holidays 18th Dec 2023 To 1st Jan 2024
Spring Half Term Holidays 12th Feb 2024 To 16th Feb 2024
Spring Holidays 29th Mar 2024 To 12th Apr 2024
Summer Half Term Holidays 27th May 2024 To 31st May 2024
Summer Holidays 25th Jul 2024 To 2nd Sep 2024
Terms Dates
Autumn Term 4th Sep 2023 To 22nd Oct 2023
Autumn Term-2 28th Oct 2023 To 17th Dec 2023
Spring Term 2nd Jan 2024 To 11th Feb 2024
Spring Term-2 17th Feb 2024 To 28th Mar 2024
Summer Term 13th Apr 2024 To 26th May 2024
Summer Term-2 1st Jun 2024 To 24th Jul 2024
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The new approach to addressing gaps in pupils' knowledge and skills has successfully ensured rapid progress from students' starting points.

Staff learn from one another through observing and discussing parts of lessons and sharing good practice in how to support and challenge pupils.

Efforts to promote a strong culture of reading include introducing new resources, encouraging reading throughout the day, inviting authors to inspire pupils, and providing follow-up comprehension questions.

Disadvantaged and SEND pupils receive extra support through additional help, such as specific support programmes and individual reading sessions.

Specific training is organized for staff to improve the quality of teaching of writing in key stage 1.

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