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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
- Wellington TA21 9EJ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading helps pupils ‘open new spaces in their minds’. Phonics is introduced early, and children learn new sounds well.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have created a well-designed curriculum, with effective action to strengthen weak areas.
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment is not used well enough in some subjects, leading to knowledge gaps.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers check pupils’ learning in mathematics routinely, enhancing their understanding.
Support for Falling Behind: If pupils fall behind in reading, they receive support to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well both in lessons and during social times. They have positive attitudes toward learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff quickly identify pupils’ individual needs and ensure they are well supported.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with quickly by adults. Pupils feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure that safeguarding is effective and staff use their training to spot risks quickly.
Parent Feedback: Parents agree that pupils feel safe at school.
Parental Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions on the school and find out what others think.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy clubs like netball, football, and choir. They have roles as well-being champions and pupil chaplains.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and supported, describing the school as a ‘family’.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils’ sense of character develops through fundraising and community service.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subject leaders need more opportunities to check on their subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders need to ensure that teachers use assessment effectively across all subjects.
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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 Somerset, South West.
It has 218 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 54% 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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Welcome to the website for St. John's Church of England Primary School. It is a school with a rich history and a vibrant neighbourhood that supports the education of all the kids. Every day, the students work hard to improve both themselves and their talents under the direction of an amazing faculty. We all take great pride in the welcoming atmosphere at our school, and I'm honoured to serve as its headteacher. Everyone is anticipating an amazing new year. "A GOOD school is St. John's Church of England Primary. Students make good progress as a result of consistently good or improved teaching. Students are nice, energetic, and polite. They also have good manners." September 2015, OFSTED.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.2 | - | 22.6 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 107 | 104 |
| 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 | 101 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 92 | 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 | 54% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.42% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | 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 | 103 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 6 | 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 | 36% 35 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.22% | 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 | -7.8 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | 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 | 105 3 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 96 | 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% 8 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.19% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 108 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 92 | 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 | 79% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.13% | 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 | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.5 | Well Above 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 - 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 - 1st Sep 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 19 : 1