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St John's Church of England Primary School
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St John's Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Dorset DT4 7TP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Children develop good listening skills, understand how to blend sounds together and have the expertise to deliver phonics effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is well-sequenced, allowing pupils to build on prior learning and gain a deep understanding.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum needs further embedding to ensure consistent effectiveness across all classes and subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils show good understanding in subjects like electrical circuits and can discuss characters from their reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind receive the support they need to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite and respectful, creating a calm and purposeful environment.
Support for SEND Pupils: Learning is adapted to meet the needs of SEND pupils, allowing them to progress through the curriculum as well as their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school teaches pupils how to stay safe online and in the wider community, and pupils feel confident to share worries with trusted adults.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils know how to keep themselves physically and mentally healthy.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views are gathered via Ofsted Parent View and taken into account.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents by providing a breakfast club and through regular communication.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers various extracurricular activities, enhancing pupils' development.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are valued and proud to work at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers read and discuss high-quality texts, helping pupils to build their reading knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Ongoing assessment ensures all pupils are supported to build their knowledge well.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Implementation of the curriculum is uneven across classes.
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About Us
St John's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 234 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 47% 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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Sincerely, the staff of St. John's CE Primary School Welcome to our website, where I hope you will find all the information you require about our school. We are a primary school with a one-form entry that accepts students from 2 years and 9 months to 11 years old. St. John's is dedicated to fostering a robust Christian culture that serves as the foundation for everything we do as a school. We take pride in our family atmosphere, inclusivity, and desire for all children to succeed academically and develop into kind adults. At our school, we encourage students to put forth a lot of effort, have confidence in their abilities, and realise their goals. In exchange, we work hard to give kids the best chances for fun and learning, both inside and outside the classroom. We work with them to help them accomplish their best in their personal, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and physical development because we think that every child has potential. We joined forces with two other neighbourhood schools, St. Andrew's CE Primary School and Beechcroft St. Paul's CE Primary School, in July 2017 to form The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust, which now includes 10 other elementary schools. Click here for additional information on the multi-academy trust. As you browse our website, you will get a sense of what life is like at St. John's. Please get in touch if you'd like to visit the school, meet the faculty, and learn more.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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C+
|
C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Requires Improvement | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.9 | 18.9 | 22.1 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 101 | 94 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 103 | 98 |
| 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 | 99 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 96 | 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 | 47% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.08% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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 | 59% 4 | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 6 | 10.32% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 104 | 93 | 94 |
| 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 | 55% | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.71% | 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 | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St John's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1