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The St Sebastian's Church of England Primary School, Great Gonerby
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The St Sebastian's Church of England Primary School, Great Gonerby
- Primary
- Great Gonerby NG31 8LB
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading skills develop rapidly because the teaching of phonics is good.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils have lots of opportunities to work on interesting problems and discuss their learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Not enough teaching is outstanding and marking is not always clear enough to help pupils improve.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective and specialist support allows pupils with special educational needs to achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exemplary; pupils enjoy coming to school and are keen to learn.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs receive effective specialist support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say they feel very safe and that adults help to settle any minor incidents quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The mutual respect between pupils and adults ensures confidence development and safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents agree that their children are well looked after and behave well.
Parental Involvement: The weekly newsletter and website enable parents to play an active part in their children’s learning.
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor area in Reception is not designed effectively to enable permanent high-quality activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers ensure activities are well matched to pupils’ needs.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching is consistently good and some is outstanding, benefiting pupil progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Marking varies, with exemplary feedback in Year 6 but less informative in other classes.
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About Us
The St Sebastian's Church of England Primary School, Great Gonerby is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 166 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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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Church of England primary school St. Sebastian's We Aspire To Achieve Excellence Together In Faith" As the headteacher, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to our school's website. A modest Church of England village school called St. Sebastian's is located in Great Gonerby not far from Grantham. Our students are the centre of everything we do at our nurturing and caring school. "The school excels at meeting the needs of all learners because of its distinctively Christian nature." (June 2015 Church School Inspection Report) I have the honour of working with a committed, skilled team whose empathy and understanding consistently motivate the kids to give their all at all times. The highest standards for performance, conduct, and attitude are constantly upheld throughout every school day. This is seen through the children's genuine enthusiasm for learning throughout the school. The staff are committed to ensuring your child's experience at St Sebastian's will be one they can cherish for life and will provide them with the solid foundations needed for their future endeavours. We are eager to share with you your child's formative experience in basic school. Our goal is to give your child a top-notch education that will help them succeed, thrive, and develop into strong, independent adults who are capable of achieving anything they set their minds to. "Say it to me and I'll forget it; show it to me and I might remember it; include me and I'll understand it."
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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 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.9 | - | 21.9 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 105 |
| 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 | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 98 | 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 | 67% | 52.4% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.83% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 3 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 95 | 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 | 67% 2 | 57.21% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.65% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 102 3 | 92 | 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 | 65% 25 | 55.43% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.21% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 99 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 40% | 50.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.28% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -5.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The St Sebastian's Church of England Primary School, Great Gonerby
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
