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Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School
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Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School
- Primary
- Cerne Abbas DT2 7LA
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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 | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Staff model phonics well, ensuring children read confidently.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils build on what they already know, though written work can improve.
Areas Needing Improvement: Learning activities sometimes lack precision, needing better alignment with curriculum objectives.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Assessment identifies gaps; pupils get needed support.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff adapt learning for SEND pupils, ensuring they keep up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and learn without disruption in a calm atmosphere.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff adapt learning, enabling SEND pupils to learn with peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff vigilant for signs of unsafe conditions, prompt action taken.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High vigilance and prompt action ensure pupil welfare.
Parent Feedback: Parents describe staff as 'warm, friendly, and approachable.'
Parental Involvement: Leaders ensure parents know how to support reading at home.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils' interests developed through various clubs like cookery club.
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high with leaders considerate of well-being and workload.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff explain new learning clearly and link to prior knowledge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff have the expertise to teach foundational skills well.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some activities don't deepen understanding sufficiently.
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About Us
Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 77 students from age 3-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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This website will provide you with a wealth of information about Cerne Abbas First School, the principles and standards we uphold, and the standards we strive for, whether you are considering sending your child to us or have already made that decision.
Despite being a tiny school, we provide everything on the National Curriculum and more.
Your child's intellectual and social development is important to both the child as an individual and to the future of society as a whole, according to the teaching team and supportive Governing Body.
To give the kids in our care access to additional education throughout their lives, we strive to attain excellent standards in English and math.
The school also provides before and after-school activities, several educational field trips, a first-rate selection of information technology, a comprehensive schedule of outdoor education and games (sometimes assisted by outside expertise), and a Christian ethos bolstered by our church connections.
The faculty and students love cooperating with other neighbourhood schools for both of our mutual advantages.
At Cerne Abbas CE VC First School, we firmly believe in fostering an environment where kids are excited about learning and completely immersed in it.
We want and expect our kids to do well in school, be content, and feel challenged and engaged.
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Despite being a tiny school, we provide everything on the National Curriculum and more.
Your child's intellectual and social development is important to both the child as an individual and to the future of society as a whole, according to the teaching team and supportive Governing Body.
To give the kids in our care access to additional education throughout their lives, we strive to attain excellent standards in English and math.
The school also provides before and after-school activities, several educational field trips, a first-rate selection of information technology, a comprehensive schedule of outdoor education and games (sometimes assisted by outside expertise), and a Christian ethos bolstered by our church connections.
The faculty and students love cooperating with other neighbourhood schools for both of our mutual advantages.
At Cerne Abbas CE VC First School, we firmly believe in fostering an environment where kids are excited about learning and completely immersed in it.
We want and expect our kids to do well in school, be content, and feel challenged and engaged.
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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 |
D-
|
B-
|
C-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-9 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | - | 16.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | 111 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | 103 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1