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Steep Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Steep Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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- Steep GU32 2DE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Currently working to improve the teaching of phonics in the early years and key stage 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Wide range of enriching experiences that enhance the curriculum for pupils.
Foundational Skills: Inspirational activities in early reading and mathematics ensure rapid progress.
Success of the Curriculum: The rich and ambitious curriculum inspires and engages pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Mathematics in key stage 2 needs further development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Occasionally, activities are not precisely designed, making it harder for pupils to learn.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In 2018 end of key stage 2 tests, all Year 6 pupils achieved the expected standard in reading but smaller proportions in writing and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: You have managed staffing changes well; ensuring pupils' learning has not been affected.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave positively and apply themselves well to their learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils settle quickly and make good progress, particularly in reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective help ensures pupils catch up rapidly with peers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is exemplary; they are attentive and respectful.
Support for SEND Pupils: I discussed the key lines of enquiry with you and your special educational needs coordinator.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND achieve well due to skilful curriculum adaptations.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective and staff have a clear understanding of how to identify and report concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Children feel safe and secure; the pastoral care provided by school staff is excellent.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective with a positive culture.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand equality and respect through personal, social, and health education.
Parent Feedback: Parents praised the teachers, particularly their level of care; all respondents said their children are well looked after and make good progress.
Parental Involvement: An engaging culture of mutual respect is noted by parents.
Parent Feedback: Parents value the school's work; children feel valued and part of the school family.
Extracurricular Activities: Enriching experiences include trips related to their curriculum topics like 'forces' and the ‘living rainforest’.
Extracurricular Activities: A vast array of clubs and activities enrich pupils' experiences.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are always quick to make sure pupils follow the school’s rules.
Impact on Student Progress: Skilled staff deliver expertly and engage pupils effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Mostly, pupils’ spelling is accurate, but sometimes teachers did not challenge them sufficiently.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers’ planning is not yet consistently ensuring that the needs of all pupils are met.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally activities don't precisely match learning needs.
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About Us
Steep Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 99 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 81% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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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 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.1 | - | 22.6 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 111 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 111 | 107 | 108 |
| 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 | 107 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 81% | 56.83% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 38% | 8.18% | 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 | 4.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 6 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 106 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 3 | 99 | 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 | 63.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 4 | 11.36% | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 104 2 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 112 3 | 99 | 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% 6 | 64.5% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% 4 | 11.54% | 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 | 6.4 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2 | 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 | 106 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 99 | 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 | 79% | 62.79% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 10.67% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 - 2nd Sep 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Steep Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1