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Chambersbury Primary School
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Chambersbury Primary School
- Primary
- Dacorum HP3 8JH
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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: Leaders prioritise reading and ensure staff receive training to teach phonics effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: The renewed curriculum from early years to Year 6 is mostly working well, with clarity in plans.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some staff lack subject knowledge to adapt explanations or activities in some subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Assessment is used best in English and mathematics, identifying quickly what pupils know and need to learn next.
Support for Falling Behind: Skilled adults intervene to provide effective support for pupils struggling with reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and understand staff鈥檚 expectations, which means learning time is not wasted.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND benefit from support from well-trained staff, accessing the same curriculum as their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and pupils feel confident that adults would make it stop.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High-quality pastoral care is provided swiftly when extra well-being support is needed.
Parental Involvement: Leaders work determinedly to ensure parents understand the importance of school attendance.
Parent Feedback: Parents鈥� views are gathered through Ofsted Parent View to inform inspection decisions.
Extracurricular Activities: After-school clubs like art, football, and yoga allow pupils to realize and refine their talents.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils gain a lot from 'Wild Chambersbury' nature activities which have improved their mental well-being.
Teacher Engagement: Staff reiterate the 'Hi Five' regularly, ensuring pupils understand staff鈥檚 expectations.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers provide older pupils with opportunities to access well-thought-out text choices, making pupils fluent readers.
Teaching Staff Challenges: A small minority of staff are still getting to grips with adapting the curriculum for all pupils.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment is best used in English and mathematics, but other subjects lack clear systems for checking knowledge.
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About Us
Chambersbury Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 203 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 53% 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 am pleased to welcome you to our website in my capacity as the headteacher of Chambersbury Primary School. You and your kid will find our school to be a joyful and fulfilling place to be, and we extend a warm welcome. Our guiding principle at Chambersbury is "TOGETHER"鈥攅veryone has a role to play, everyone has value, and we work together to achieve our goals and celebrate our victories. Everything we do is centred on the needs of the kids. We have high standards for our children and are confident in their ability to succeed in all that they undertake. We work to provide an environment where children may thrive and increase in confidence, knowledge, skills, and understanding because we believe that children love learning in a joyful, loving, and enjoyable setting. As we assist your kids in learning and developing into "the best that they can be," we look forward to working "TOGETHER" with you. If there is anything else you would like to know or would like to see on our website, please don't hesitate to get in touch with me.
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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 |
B+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.9 | 25.8 | 22.2 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | 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 | 104 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 53% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | 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 | 103 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 3 | 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 | 40% 18 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 102 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 5 | 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 | 58% 12 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 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 | - |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 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 | 46% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5.1 | Well Above Average |
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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 - 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chambersbury Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1