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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Dorset DT3 6AA
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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: The teaching of reading is well developed, and children learn about sounds from pre-school.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum has been improved rapidly with many strengths, including in English, mathematics, and science.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some foundation subjects are not taught regularly, leading to large gaps in learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in phonics screening tests, reflecting effective early reading instruction.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff assess which pupils need extra support, especially in early reading, to ensure all achieve a flying start.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is often excellent and low-level disruption is very rare.
Support for SEND Pupils: The leadership of SEND provision is very effective, with teachers taking greater responsibility for pupil progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare and dealt with effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff follow policy and process diligently, ensuring the school is safe for pupils.
Parent Feedback: Many parents say teachers meet their children鈥檚 needs well and speak positively about their experience.
Parental Involvement: The school engages parents through Ofsted Parent View and encourages feedback.
Extracurricular Activities: Trips, visitors, and clubs build pupils' confidence and develop character.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor learning spaces, particularly in early years, are less enticing and interesting compared to indoors.
Teacher Engagement: Staff, like pupils, feel valued, and leaders develop staff to be effective in their roles.
Impact on Student Progress: Leaders have taken effective action to significantly improve pupils鈥� learning in core subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some foundation subjects are still not implemented well, affecting consistency in pupil learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Trust reports can be imprecise, hampering leaders' progress rather than accelerating it.
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About Us
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 256 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 16% 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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This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
Thank you for your interest in our school, and welcome.
Our website is designed to give you access to all the information you require as well as a glimpse into life at St. Andrew's.
We want to provide our kids the academic, social, and emotional tools they need to flourish in life because we think that education really is the spark that lights a fire.
Our school is embarking on an exciting adventure, and what drives us in everything we do is the conviction that every kid deserves a great education every day.
We think that any child must first develop a sense of safety and security before they can face new challenges and take risks.
At St. Andrew's, we take great pride in our ability to nurture and care for the unique needs of each student, and we are always looking for new and improved ways to further solidify our wonderful relationships with parents and other carers.
To learn more about how we operate and to experience the distinctive environment of St. Andrew's, we sincerely hope you will take the time to pay us a visit.
If you want to take advantage of this opportunity, get in touch with the school to schedule a time when I can show you around.
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This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
Thank you for your interest in our school, and welcome.
Our website is designed to give you access to all the information you require as well as a glimpse into life at St. Andrew's.
We want to provide our kids the academic, social, and emotional tools they need to flourish in life because we think that education really is the spark that lights a fire.
Our school is embarking on an exciting adventure, and what drives us in everything we do is the conviction that every kid deserves a great education every day.
We think that any child must first develop a sense of safety and security before they can face new challenges and take risks.
At St. Andrew's, we take great pride in our ability to nurture and care for the unique needs of each student, and we are always looking for new and improved ways to further solidify our wonderful relationships with parents and other carers.
To learn more about how we operate and to experience the distinctive environment of St. Andrew's, we sincerely hope you will take the time to pay us a visit.
If you want to take advantage of this opportunity, get in touch with the school to schedule a time when I can show you around.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 2-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.1 | 21.9 | 21.3 |
| Proficient Math | 94 | 99 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 98 | 102 | 102 |
| 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 | 94 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 98 | 96 | 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 | 16% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.08% | 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 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -6.2 | Well 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 | 103 5 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 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 | 56% 20 | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 10.32% | 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 | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 98 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 36% | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.71% | 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 | -2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.9 | Well 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 | - | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 90 | 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 | - | 51.38% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 5.79% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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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 - 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
