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St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School
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St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School
- Primary
- Taplow SL6 0ET
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| This inspection | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Foundational Skills: Training for teachers and teaching assistants in phonics is helping pupils blend and segment words correctly.
Success of the Curriculum: New assessment systems are providing teachers with more precise information on pupils’ next steps.
Areas Needing Improvement: Middle leaders' skills need development to contribute to school improvement.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support is provided for pupils who are struggling with phonics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations of social behaviour; respect and courtesy are norms between pupils and adults.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Last year, outcomes for girls were not as strong as boys but this has improved.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff work together effectively to provide good quality education for all pupils including those with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils have a good understanding of different types of bullying and internet safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School provides regular training and updates for staff on safeguarding responsibilities.
Parent Feedback: Overwhelming majority of parents are happy with the education and pastoral care provided.
Parental Involvement: Regular meetings with teachers discuss pupils' progress and identify strategies to raise standards.
Teacher Engagement: Senior leaders model effective practices and support staff development.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan learning appropriately for all groups of pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some middle leaders are new to their roles and do not yet influence strongly.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: New assessment system is helping teachers provide more precise information about pupils' next steps.
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About Us
St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 216 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 84% 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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We are a warm, welcoming, and joyful school that is located on the village green in Taplow, Buckinghamshire.
The students are at the centre of everything we do at St. Nicolas', and our school's vision and goals reflect this devotion.
Our goal as a school is to provide students with a creative and engaging curriculum that fosters a love of learning, develops lifelong skills, and gets them ready for the difficulties the future may bring.
Our crew is talented and motivated to giving everyone access to exciting learning opportunities in a secure setting.
While our website gives you a taste of life at St. Nicolas', there is no replacement for actually visiting us.
You may easily schedule a visit to the school by calling the office; I'm sure you'll be impressed!
If you're a parent, I look forward to getting to know you and working with you to make sure your child has a successful and enjoyable time at St. Nicolas' School.
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We are a warm, welcoming, and joyful school that is located on the village green in Taplow, Buckinghamshire.
The students are at the centre of everything we do at St. Nicolas', and our school's vision and goals reflect this devotion.
Our goal as a school is to provide students with a creative and engaging curriculum that fosters a love of learning, develops lifelong skills, and gets them ready for the difficulties the future may bring.
Our crew is talented and motivated to giving everyone access to exciting learning opportunities in a secure setting.
While our website gives you a taste of life at St. Nicolas', there is no replacement for actually visiting us.
You may easily schedule a visit to the school by calling the office; I'm sure you'll be impressed!
If you're a parent, I look forward to getting to know you and working with you to make sure your child has a successful and enjoyable time at St. Nicolas' School.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.9 | 19.4 | 19.3 |
| Proficient Math | 110 | 103 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 104 | 106 |
| 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 | 110 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 84% | 57.12% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 10.52% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | 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 | 105 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 98 | 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 | 75% 3 | 62.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 10.86% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above 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 | 105 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 | 98 | 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 | 78% 3 | 60.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 4 | 10.25% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 94 | 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 | 81% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.5% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 - 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 | 4th 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 Nicolas' Church of England Combined School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1