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Boxmoor Primary School
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- Dacorum HP1 1PF
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: A well-considered phonics programme ensures pupils quickly learn the sounds that letters make.
Success of the Curriculum: The broad curriculum carefully maps out how pupils build their knowledge and skills over time.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a few areas, pupils do not develop their learning to the same depth because planning and assessment are not as ambitious or effective.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Guided reading activities across the school help pupils develop their vocabulary and comprehension.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers spot gaps in pupils' understanding quickly and skilfully adapt their teaching to help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour and attitudes are exemplary, underpinned by respectful relationships.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND access the same learning as everyone else, with tailored support helping them succeed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff are caring, vigilant and supportive; pupils trust them and feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school's strong culture of purposeful behaviour is based on mutual respect, leading to high attendance and cooperation.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly supportive, praising the 'great community atmosphere'.
Parental Involvement: Pupils regularly participate in local events and raise money for charities, indicating strong community involvement.
Extracurricular Activities: High-quality opportunities include clubs like art, chess, and the popular school choir.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan lessons purposefully and adapt their teaching to meet pupils' needs.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help pupils develop detailed understanding and produce effective work in most areas.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Thoughtful senior leaders provide sharp understanding and professional development for staff.
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About Us
Boxmoor Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 237 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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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I'd like to extend a warm greeting to you on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors at Boxmoor Primary School.
Our school serves students from the age of three to eleven and is a warm, welcoming place located in the centre of the community of Boxmoor.
I'm really happy to be the head teacher at Boxmoor Primary School.
I am wholly dedicated to the Boxmoor Primary School neighbourhood and work hard to make sure the school provides for the needs of the local kids and their families.
While it is important to me that your child receives an education that will help them reach their academic potential and confidently move on to the next stage of their education, it is also a part of my vision for all of our children to have positive experiences, to be aware of the limitless possibilities that lie ahead of them, and to be nurtured so that they can grow up with the self-assurance necessary to face whatever comes their way.
Underpinning all of the aforementioned is my unwavering dedication to ensuring that the students at Boxmoor Primary School have the morals necessary to function successfully in society and are equipped to handle the problems that the current world provides.
They put in a lot of effort to offer a stimulating curriculum and a satisfying educational experience.
You are more than welcome to come and visit if you would want to learn more about our school.
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Our school serves students from the age of three to eleven and is a warm, welcoming place located in the centre of the community of Boxmoor.
I'm really happy to be the head teacher at Boxmoor Primary School.
I am wholly dedicated to the Boxmoor Primary School neighbourhood and work hard to make sure the school provides for the needs of the local kids and their families.
While it is important to me that your child receives an education that will help them reach their academic potential and confidently move on to the next stage of their education, it is also a part of my vision for all of our children to have positive experiences, to be aware of the limitless possibilities that lie ahead of them, and to be nurtured so that they can grow up with the self-assurance necessary to face whatever comes their way.
Underpinning all of the aforementioned is my unwavering dedication to ensuring that the students at Boxmoor Primary School have the morals necessary to function successfully in society and are equipped to handle the problems that the current world provides.
They put in a lot of effort to offer a stimulating curriculum and a satisfying educational experience.
You are more than welcome to come and visit if you would want to learn more about our school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 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 | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.9 | - | 19 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 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 | 106 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 100 | 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 | 62% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.95% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 3 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 97 | 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 | 67% 16 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 7 | 11.98% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above 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 | 108 3 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 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 | 83% 20 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% 10 | 11.72% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 95 | 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 | 63% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 11.43% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 - 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Boxmoor Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1