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Thorverton Church of England Primary School
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Thorverton Church of England Primary School
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- Thorverton EX5 5NR
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| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: High-quality training for teachers in mathematics has raised standards.
Success of the Curriculum: Improved outcomes in mathematics, especially for girls at key stage 2.
Foundational Skills: Phonics curriculum is well-structured and delivered to a high standard.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils learn exceptionally well across all areas, developing rich knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Further development needed in pupils’ mathematical vocabulary.
Areas Needing Improvement: Previous outcomes in writing and phonics were below national averages.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Key stage 2 pupils' attainment in mathematics is high compared to the national average.
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils benefit from initiatives improving self-esteem and confidence.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy school, feel safe, and are valued by teachers and support staff.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils build secure knowledge progressively and excel in understanding.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective use of manipulatives and appropriate adult support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive attitudes; low-level disruption is rare, school is calm.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is extremely rare, and staff act decisively to resolve issues.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong safeguarding culture with up-to-date staff training.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective with positive culture.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate how well teachers and support staff meet their children's needs.
Parental Involvement: Parents describe the school as 'a very happy school' with accessible leadership.
Parent Feedback: Parents report that children are happy and do well.
Extracurricular Activities: Impact of additional spending on music tuition increased pupil confidence.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs including cricket, rugby, dance, and gardening.
Outdoor Facilities: Need to improve the outside learning environment for early years.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are provided with high-quality training and resources.
Impact on Student Progress: Initiatives led to stronger progress in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Governors provide effective support and challenge to improve teaching.
Support for SEND Pupils: Adaptations made effectively to ensure curriculum meets all needs.
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About Us
Thorverton Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Devon, South West.
It has 102 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 57% 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 |
C+
|
B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | - | 25.7 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 111 | 104 |
| 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 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 57% | 50.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 29% | 5.99% | 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 | 4.8 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | 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 | 107 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 90 | 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 | 62% 15 | 56.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 38% 23 | 8.32% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | 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 2 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 2 | 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 | 77% 7 | 58.22% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 5 | 8.83% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 105 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 70% | 56.85% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.26% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | Below Average |
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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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thorverton Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1