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Stoke Holy Cross Primary School
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Stoke Holy Cross Primary School
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- Stoke Holy Cross NR14 8LY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Focus on developing reading, writing, and mathematics in early years
Foundational Skills: Pupils practice key skills like reading; staff ensure opportunities for skill development.
Success of the Curriculum: Sets out key knowledge logically; vocabulary aids understanding.
Success of the Curriculum: New curriculum for subjects other than English and mathematics is being developed
Areas Needing Improvement: Increased opportunities for writing across the curriculum needed
Areas Needing Improvement: Limited opportunities for good presentation in writing.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in reading, writing, and mathematics aligns with national averages
Support for Falling Behind: Targeted provision for pupils at risk of not making enough progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are exceptionally well-behaved and supportive of each other
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading lessons start early, pupils become confident readers.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick support for those falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Starts with understanding behaviour causes, promoting self-control.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are well supported and make good progress
Support for SEND Pupils: Prioritizes additional support and early identification.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff have good awareness of keeping pupils safe, very few incidents of bullying
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong systems for safety but storage of records could be improved
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, school ensures healthy relationships.
Parent Feedback: Parents agree that their children feel safe
Parental Involvement: Parents are fully involved in ‘learning conversations’ about support and development
Parental Involvement: New forums created to gain parents’ views.
Parent Feedback: Parents noticed improved communication but some need assurance on behaviour management.
Extracurricular Activities: Increased participation in sports and extra-curricular activities
Outdoor Facilities: Children enjoy playing with the ‘mud kitchen’ and exploring wooded areas
Extracurricular Activities: Offers a range of clubs, including lunchtime friendship club and choir.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers work closely together and feel well supported by leaders
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' planning has improved, leading to better pupil progress
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers make regular use of feedback and improve based on observations
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching methods help pupils recall prior knowledge effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers sometimes miss errors during their teaching
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About Us
Stoke Holy Cross Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 193 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 55% 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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Being the head teacher of Stoke Holy Cross Primary, a joyful, inventive, warm, and "Good" (OFSTED 2019) elementary school, makes me extremely happy.
The ongoing success of Stoke Holy Cross is a team effort, and we all put in a lot of effort to make sure that the kids learn something useful every day.
We offer engaging educational activities at Stoke Holy Cross that are intended to encourage 'life-long learning' competencies including cooperation, teamwork, empathy, and critical and creative thought.
We encourage our students to think of themselves as "citizens of the future" with a developing awareness of social and ecological issues and to believe that they can make a positive difference in their school, community, and the wider world. We also encourage them to be confident and articulate communicators.
Stoke Holy Cross is a flourishing learning community that collaborates with parents, volunteers, and a wide range of educational and other partners to offer a top-notch curriculum and engaging instruction.
As a school, we take pride in working hard to offer all of our students the best possible education in a welcoming environment.
Your kid is always put first at Stoke Holy Cross Primary in all we do.
Please get in touch with the school office to schedule a visit if you'd like to come and meet us.
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The ongoing success of Stoke Holy Cross is a team effort, and we all put in a lot of effort to make sure that the kids learn something useful every day.
We offer engaging educational activities at Stoke Holy Cross that are intended to encourage 'life-long learning' competencies including cooperation, teamwork, empathy, and critical and creative thought.
We encourage our students to think of themselves as "citizens of the future" with a developing awareness of social and ecological issues and to believe that they can make a positive difference in their school, community, and the wider world. We also encourage them to be confident and articulate communicators.
Stoke Holy Cross is a flourishing learning community that collaborates with parents, volunteers, and a wide range of educational and other partners to offer a top-notch curriculum and engaging instruction.
As a school, we take pride in working hard to offer all of our students the best possible education in a welcoming environment.
Your kid is always put first at Stoke Holy Cross Primary in all we do.
Please get in touch with the school office to schedule a visit if you'd like to come and meet us.
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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 | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.9 | - | 23.8 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 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 | 103 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 55% | 46.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 3.88% | 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 | 1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | Average |
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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 | 107 5 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 5 | 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 | 68% 8 | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 20 | 6.78% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.0 | 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 5 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 89 | 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 | 60% 1 | 51.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 7 | 5.5% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 107 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 83 | 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 | 59% | 46.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 6.77% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | Above Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd 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 | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Stoke Holy Cross Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
