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St James' CofE Junior School
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St James' CofE Junior School
- Primary
- Whitehaven CA28 7HG
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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: Reading is taught well; maths teaching has improved with a consistent approach across schools.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad and balanced, engaging pupils effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers should provide more opportunities for reasoning in mathematics and support for writing skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress, reaching above national standards by Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Closely tracked progress with swift support for pupils falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy school, are responsible citizens, and display good behaviour and attitudes.
Support for SEND Pupils: High-quality provision with experienced staff and external agency support for SEND pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and well cared for; bullying is rare and dealt with quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong personal development, welfare, and safety measures in place for pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents find frequent progress reports helpful and appreciate daily staff availability.
Parental Involvement: Improved transition arrangements and good communication with parents.
Extracurricular Activities: Activities include playground games, sports competitions, and various new skills opportunities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan purposeful lessons; newer teachers receive strong support.
Impact on Student Progress: Good progress in reading and maths; targeted support helps catch up.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular assessments provide accurate views of performance and improvements.
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St James' CofE Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 159 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 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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As a Church of England Voluntary Controlled School, St. James' Church in the Whitehaven Parish is very important to us. Our goal is to establish a loving environment where our kids have a variety of possibilities to develop into whole individuals. Every child receives the education and training they need to confidently pursue their full potential. We will realise our goals in accordance with Christian principles. Your words are a lamp to my feet and a beacon for me to follow. 105 in Psalm 119. Forgiveness, Peace, Compassion, Thankfulness, Friendship, and Endurance were chosen by the entire school community as the school's basic Christian values. These values guide all activities at St. James', including time spent discussing them during RE lectures and group worship.
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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-
|
C
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.4 | 25.8 | 23.8 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 103 |
| 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 | 107 | 88 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 79% | 46.89% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 4.49% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | 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 1 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 89 | 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% 2 | 56.23% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 3 | 7.45% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.4 | 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 | 106 4 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 4 | 92 | 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 | 71% 26 | 57.28% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 5 | 8.48% | 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 | 3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | 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 | 102 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 90 | 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 | 45% | 54.07% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 6.75% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St James' CofE Junior School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
