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St John's CofE Primary School
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St John's CofE Primary School
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| Previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is the number one priority and pupils start learning as soon as they enter school.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has designed a broad and ambitious curriculum for all pupils.
Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritized with early learning, fostering fluency. Maths understanding is strengthened through reasoning skills.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad and ambitious, fostering knowledge retention through well-sequenced lessons.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need precise curriculum knowledge and staff training improvement.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some staff require development in subject knowledge to enhance effectiveness in certain subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils love mathematics and reading; attended extra lessons if falling behind.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff give extra help and plan additional lessons to aid pupils' learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations with systems supporting behaviour; pupils behave well.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils express love for reading and mathematics, showing enthusiasm and understanding.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra help and supplementary lessons ensure students catch up on missed concepts.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations lead to pleasant interactions and responsible behavior.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils supported with training to adapt lessons for individual needs.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff are trained to identify needs accurately and adjust lessons for inclusion.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school deals with bullying quickly, ensuring pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn about staying safe, including online, respecting each other.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is addressed promptly, ensuring a safe environment.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong community values promote welfare and equality among pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents thank the school for its kindness and support.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school's kindness and supportive ethos.
Extracurricular Activities: Various clubs like football, cookery, and clay creators are available.
Extracurricular Activities: Diverse clubs like football and cookery encourage student involvement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Training provided for early reading teaching; teachers check pupils' understanding.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help students become fluent readers with targeted support.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Professional development is needed for some staff to improve practice.
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About Us
St John's CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 200 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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The St. John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is pleased to welcome you. 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.
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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-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.2 | 25.8 | 23.8 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 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 | 102 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 99 | 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 | 48% | 57.79% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.5% | 7.4% |
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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 102 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 97 | 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 | 48% 25 | 62.04% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 9.87% | 9.69% |
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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | 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 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 97 | 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 | 73% 8 | 61.52% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 4 | 8.63% | 9.14% |
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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 96 | 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 | 65% | 59.57% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 8.85% | 8.17% |
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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St John's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1