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St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Junior School, Brentwood
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St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Junior School, Brentwood
- Primary
- Brentwood CM15 9BX
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| Previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make very good progress in reading, using phonics effectively to read unfamiliar words.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum meets the needs and interests of the pupils well and provides memorable experiences.
Areas Needing Improvement: Progress in mathematics is not as strong as in English.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards achieved at the end of Year 6 are well above average in English and above average in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs receive effective support and make similar progress to others.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, get on well with each other and adults, and feel very safe.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and if it does occur, it is dealt with very quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes a safe and harmonious environment, where behaviour is good.
Parent Feedback: Parents show high levels of satisfaction and value the school's work.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of clubs including sports, arts, and crafts, with musical opportunities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have very strong working relations with pupils, offering praise that builds confidence and self-esteem.
Impact on Student Progress: The quality of teaching is good and some is outstanding, leading to well-above-average achievement in English.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Detailed feedback helps pupils understand how to improve their work, with assessments tracking progress effectively.
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About Us
St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Junior School, Brentwood is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 527 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 72% 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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I'm delighted to welcome you to our community on behalf of everyone at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Junior School.
Our mission is to offer a high-quality education in a loving, Christian environment where every child has the chance to reach their full potential in all facets of their education.
As a Junior School, we strive to make your child's transition to Key Stage 2 as smooth as possible while building on the wealth of advantages they will have already had at Key Stage 1.
Our ultimate goal is to create a proactive home-school collaboration that puts your child's needs at the centre of all decisions.
At St. Thomas' Junior School, we think that a partnership built on respect and understanding is the key to providing your child with the best possible education.
As a member of our loving Christian school community, where everyone is cherished and respected, the teaching and non-teaching staff at our school are dedicated to working with your child to help them realise their full potential.
Due to the warm atmosphere and safety at our school, kids like attending.
We hope that the school's goals, structure, activities, expectations, and accomplishments are described on the website and in the prospectus.
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Our mission is to offer a high-quality education in a loving, Christian environment where every child has the chance to reach their full potential in all facets of their education.
As a Junior School, we strive to make your child's transition to Key Stage 2 as smooth as possible while building on the wealth of advantages they will have already had at Key Stage 1.
Our ultimate goal is to create a proactive home-school collaboration that puts your child's needs at the centre of all decisions.
At St. Thomas' Junior School, we think that a partnership built on respect and understanding is the key to providing your child with the best possible education.
As a member of our loving Christian school community, where everyone is cherished and respected, the teaching and non-teaching staff at our school are dedicated to working with your child to help them realise their full potential.
Due to the warm atmosphere and safety at our school, kids like attending.
We hope that the school's goals, structure, activities, expectations, and accomplishments are described on the website and in the prospectus.
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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 |
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B-
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B-
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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 | 22.5 | 25.8 | 25.7 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 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 | 106 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 72% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 8.79% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 71% 2 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% 3 | 10.71% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 106 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 73% 16 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 8 | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 93 | 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 | 57% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 9.05% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | 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 | 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 Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Junior School, Brentwood
Local authority ratio 20 : 1