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St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
- Primary
- Blaby District LE2 3TA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils learn to read quickly. Staff are experts at teaching early reading and phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have introduced an ambitious curriculum. Subjects are well sequenced and planned.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some staff lack subject-specific knowledge, which can impede learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good use of the library and enjoy listening to their teachers read.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff provide the right support for pupils to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and are respectful. They learn to regulate their own behaviour.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are well supported. Detailed pupil plans provide guidance for teachers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say bullying is rare because teachers and adults stop it happening.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective systems support the record-keeping and monitoring of any concerns raised.
Parent Feedback: Parents say leaders communicate effectively with them.
Parental Involvement: The school is a welcoming and inclusive place, and the staff are approachable, helpful and compassionate.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils have opportunities to perform in bands and in front of different audiences in the choir.
Teacher Engagement: One teacher said: ‘Everyone here is really friendly. Our teachers have high expectations of us so we want to behave well.’
Impact on Student Progress: Leaders identify the most important knowledge enabling teachers to recognize gaps.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, some staff lack subject disciplinary knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders should make sure that subject leaders have time to ensure the intended curriculum is being delivered effectively in all subjects.
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About Us
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 277 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 77% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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C
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 7-11 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.9 | 23.3 | 20.4 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 106 | - |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 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 | 108 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 93 | 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 | 77% | 53.17% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 5.45% | 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 | 3.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.4 | 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 | 109 2 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 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 | 79% 6 | 58.55% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 10 | 8.5% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 3.0 | 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 | 107 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 | 92 | 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% 3 | 56.89% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 12 | 8.05% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 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 | 107 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 89 | 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 | 76% | 50.53% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 5.68% | 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 | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | Above Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 14th Jul 2025 - 25th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 13th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1