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St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford
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St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford
- Primary
- Oxford OX2 6AB
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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 |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils’ phonics skills have improved but need further enhancement.
Success of the Curriculum: Wide range of sporting activities and positive attendance rate reflects success.
Areas Needing Improvement: More work needed in improving writing skills and early reading skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in reading and mathematics by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: New approach to phonics teaching has a positive impact on pupils falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are happy to come to school and enjoy learning opportunities.
Support for SEND Pupils: Phonics sessions effectively include pupils with special educational needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose and records are high quality.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are acutely aware of responsibilities to protect pupils from harm.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school’s improvements.
Parental Involvement: Parents highly commend recent beneficial changes in the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of activities including football, hockey, cricket, tennis, netball, and cooking club.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor facilities support the extensive range of extracurricular activities.
Teacher Engagement: Staff appreciate professional development increasing their skills.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective use of new assessment approach improves planning for pupils' steps in learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Governors monitor progress through new assessment system.
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About Us
St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 397 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 66% 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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At Phil and Jim, we offer a joyful, caring, and encouraging workplace that is supported by our core beliefs. Everyone in our school community is respected and cherished, enabling them to view both themselves and others favourably. Love makes us grow. I've come so you can experience life in all its utmost glory. John 10:10. Develop a love of learning so that everyone can reach their full potential. The three pillars of our work in school are love, compassion, and community. We foster an atmosphere in which our students can exhibit love for one another, our institution, our neighbourhood, and the larger world. We feel sympathy for one another, for individuals in our neighbourhood and for those all across the world since all persons have been created in a loving God and are cherished equally. We role-model and foster trustworthy connections in our community so that our students may make the best decisions for their own safety and happiness. Our school information page explains how Phil and Jim promotes British values.
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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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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.8 | - | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 107 |
| 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 | 106 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 94 | 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 | 66% | 54.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 8% | 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 | 4.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 | 108 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 77% 3 | 61.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 30% 14 | 10.7% | 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 | 3.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | Above 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 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 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 | 74% | 61.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 7 | 10% | 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 | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | Above 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 | 110 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 111 | 97 | 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 | 74% | 59.54% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 9.89% | 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 | 7.7 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 5.8 | 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford
Local authority ratio 19 : 1