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Chevening, St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Chevening, St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- Primary
- Chevening TN13 2SA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
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Success of the Curriculum: High standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at key stages 1 and 2.
Foundational Skills: Reading is a top priority, but some staff need more training in teaching phonics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Learning in foundation subjects needs better sequencing and planning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards at the end of key stages 1 and 2 in reading, writing, and mathematics are high.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind receive well-targeted support to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, with no bullying reported, and incidents of poor behavior are rare.
Support for SEND Pupils: Needs and interests of SEND pupils are identified swiftly with helpful support matched to individual needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff are well trained in safeguarding, and there are improvements in procedures, but early years risk assessments need strengthening.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are alert to concerns; however, paperwork needs efficient collation.
Parent Feedback: Parents are emphatic that this is not a 'drop off and go' school; leaders and staff care deeply.
Parental Involvement: Many parents volunteer as 鈥榬eading angels鈥� and help fundraise, showing strong involvement in the school community.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy opportunities like reading competitions and sports; they relish responsibilities and thought-provoking activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Children鈥檚 learning experiences outdoors need further development.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use class texts effectively to inspire students' interest in reading.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers' effectiveness is being improved through leadership's sensible plans and expertise sharing.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers' subject knowledge in foundation subjects needs improvement. Leaders are providing necessary training.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Training needed to ensure all teachers can deliver the planned curriculum effectively.
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About Us
Chevening, St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 184 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 79% 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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Chevening (St. Botolph's) Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is pleased to welcome you. Welcome to Chevening Primary School, a welcoming Church of England elementary school that has long served the neighbourhood. We have high expectations for each child, and we want them to succeed and fulfil their potential. We offer a curriculum that is inspiring and innovative, full of opportunities and challenges. We understand that every child is precious an individual blessed with their own unique set of gifts and talents and we work hard to encourage and support each child as they discover where their strengths lie. As a small school, we take great satisfaction in our positive, welcoming, and loving community as well as our steadfast Christian ethos, which guides everything we do. Our relationships with St. Botolph's Church are strong, and we work hard to foster a deeper understanding of Christianity in all of our kids. Each child at Chevening develops a sense of belonging to both our school community and to themselves. This information encourages pride in their school and its accomplishments as well as a realisation that each person plays a crucial role in the success of the group. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly.
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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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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 5-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21 | - | 19.5 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | 112 | 107 | - |
| 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 | 107 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 112 | 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 | 79% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.01% | 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 | 5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 105 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 3 | 98 | 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% 14 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 11.56% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 103 5 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 7 | 98 | 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 | 63% 30 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 14 | 10.3% | 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 | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.8 | 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 | 108 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 93% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% | 8.77% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 0.0 | 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chevening, St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1