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Catcott Primary School
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- Catcott TA7 9HD
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school prioritises early reading and teaches phonics in a logical order.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has markedly improved the curriculum so pupils learn, remember, and can do more over time.
Areas Needing Improvement: The approach to teaching reading to older pupils varies between classes, slowing progress for some.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers use resources effectively to develop pupils鈥� mathematical understanding and explain new concepts clearly.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers provide effective support for those pupils who fall behind in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are polite, courteous, and live up to the school鈥檚 high expectations.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff know pupils with SEND well and make appropriate adaptations to help them learn alongside their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and pupils are confident that staff will sort out any worries or concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: A strong personal, social, and health education curriculum supports pupils鈥� well-being and wider development.
Parent Feedback: Parents gave feedback through Ofsted Parent View, which inspectors considered.
Parental Involvement: The school works closely with parents, especially to improve attendance and support pupils with SEND.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a wide range of extracurricular activities including multi-sports, arts and crafts, construction, and choir.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor learning in the forest area is a favorite part of the day for pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Staff have the subject knowledge they need to teach effectively, particularly in writing.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils build on what they already know and tackle increasingly complex concepts.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Frequent opportunities are provided for pupils to revisit and consolidate new learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In a few subjects, the curriculum is not consistently implemented across all classes, affecting progress.
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About Us
Catcott Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 144 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 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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The rustic Catcott Primary School is located in the centre of one of Somerset's most picturesque villages. More than 160 kids are enrolled in our cutting-edge programme, which instils in them the virtues of independence, resiliency, and critical thought. We have six classes: a combined Reception Class and Year 1 class, a mixed Year 1鈥�2 and Year 3 class, Year 4鈥�5, and Year 6 classes. The focus of our children's education is on combining their exposure to the wonderful outdoors with the 21st century skills they will need to become lifelong learners and true global citizens.
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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 | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.5 | - | 19.6 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 106 |
| 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 | 105 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 12% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 104 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 64% 13 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 8 | 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 | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 106 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 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 | 77% 1 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 3 | 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 | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 106 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 76% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 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 | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Catcott Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1