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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
- Primary
- Wimborne Minster BH21 1BX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading and phonics teaching have improved with a new phonics programme, enhancing pupils' fluency.
Success of the Curriculum: Knowledge is well-sequenced and tailored, particularly strong in mathematics and science.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need better use of assessments and improved subject leadership.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Mathematics and reading skills are effectively developed, but some pupils need better-matched phonics teaching.
Support for Falling Behind: Specific plans and adapted learning are in place for pupils who struggle.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The school is calm and orderly with high expectations; bullying is rare.
Support for SEND Pupils: Precise and measurable support plans help pupils with SEND overcome learning barriers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and pupils learn how to stay safe, including online.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is a top priority with strong relationships and effective support systems.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the friendly and welcoming nature of the school.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers value collaboration within the trust, helping tailor teaching effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Secure understanding of foundational skills supports problem-solving and reasoning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subjects need improved subject knowledge and teaching strategies.
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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 143 students from age 5-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The school community selected our school's vision statement and image during the 2017–18 academic year.
The three central Christian values at our school are love, friendship, and forgiveness.
Being rooted in the Christian narrative in Jesus' life and teachings gives our basic principles their uniquely Christian character.
They are at the heart of our school's Christian ethos, as well as its curriculum and larger offerings, plans, and daily encounters and judgements.
provides a Christian-based learning environment and atmosphere where kids come first.
Paragraph 3 In all decisions involving children, the child's best interests must come first.
Chapter 29 Every child's personality, talents, and abilities must be fully developed through education.
It must inspire the child to appreciate not only their parents but also their own and other cultures, the environment, and their human rights.
have high standards for behaviour and learning.
Chapter 23 A kid with a disability has the right to a life that is full, respectable, and independent, as well as the right to take an active role in society.
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The three central Christian values at our school are love, friendship, and forgiveness.
Being rooted in the Christian narrative in Jesus' life and teachings gives our basic principles their uniquely Christian character.
They are at the heart of our school's Christian ethos, as well as its curriculum and larger offerings, plans, and daily encounters and judgements.
provides a Christian-based learning environment and atmosphere where kids come first.
Paragraph 3 In all decisions involving children, the child's best interests must come first.
Chapter 29 Every child's personality, talents, and abilities must be fully developed through education.
It must inspire the child to appreciate not only their parents but also their own and other cultures, the environment, and their human rights.
have high standards for behaviour and learning.
Chapter 23 A kid with a disability has the right to a life that is full, respectable, and independent, as well as the right to take an active role in society.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-9 | 2-9 | 5-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 24.7 | 24.3 | 22.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| 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 - 29th Aug 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
