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Wincanton Primary School
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Wincanton Primary School
- Primary
- Wincanton BA9 9EL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is taught well with extra support for those who fall behind.
Success of the Curriculum: Well-planned in most subjects like mathematics, writing, and science, enabling logical learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Subjects like history, modern foreign languages, and music require more coherent planning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Maths lessons are well-planned; reading is a priority with a variety of books available.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick identification and extra support help pupils catch up in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive behavior in lessons and playground; pupils are polite, kind, and respectful.
Support for SEND Pupils: Curriculum effectively caters for SEND pupils with good emotional and academic support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is dealt with quickly; pupils feel safe and know they can talk to adults about worries.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong culture of keeping children safe, staff well-trained in safeguarding.
Parent Feedback: Parents view the school positively; the school involves parents through various interactions.
Extracurricular Activities: Offers many clubs including archery, Lego, and football.
Impact on Student Progress: Teacher subject knowledge ensures effective teaching in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers need to better use assessment information to fill knowledge gaps in subjects like history.
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About Us
Wincanton Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 391 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 47% 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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We enjoy the idea of cooperating and acknowledging that one accomplishment feeds into subsequent ones. It suggests travel and new locations. As lifelong learners, we will continue to study throughout our lives. We are constructing for greatness as a standard to which we can aspire but may never commit. Even if we may experience a flash of brilliance, it is merely a false sense of completion. A fresh horizon will appear as we exhale and give ourselves a pat on the back, and construction will resume. It's not frustrating at all. It's a way of life for someone who is constantly learning. We normalise the extraordinary for our students and share this with them. At Wincanton Primary School, we strive to offer the best education possible in a nurturing and engaging setting. I'd like to extend a warm greeting to you on behalf of the Wincanton Primary School's staff, students, and governors. We hope you find it educational and that it provides you with some insight into our practises and values for the benefit of your kid. You are cordially invited to come and take a tour of the school to learn more about our philosophies and to meet our joyful, devoted students and staff. Please call the school office at 01963 32132 if you need any information in large print.
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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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B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.3 | - | 22.4 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 107 | 105 |
| 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 | 101 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 92 | 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 | 47% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 6.42% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | Below 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 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 4 | 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 | 60% 2 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 1 | 9.22% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | 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 | 103 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 6 | 96 | 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% 17 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 4 | 8.19% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 101 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 92 | 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 | 45% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.13% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wincanton Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1