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Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School
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Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School
- 2.5 (2 reviews)
- Primary
- Combe St Nicholas TA20 3NG
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Outcomes for learners | Good |
| Effectiveness of the early years | Good |
| Impact and effectiveness of leaders and managers in the boarding provision | Good |
| Education courses for young people | Good |
| The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision | Good |
| How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend | Good |
| The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children | Good |
| How well children and young people are helped and protected in the residential provision | Good |
| The effectiveness of leaders and managers in the residential provision | Good |
| Overall experiences and progress of children and young people in the residential provision | Good |
| How well children and young people are protected in the residential provision | Good |
| Impact and effectiveness of leaders and managers in the residential provision | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Met |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders prioritize reading with a literary canon and a consistent phonics scheme, Reception Year starts phonics early.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum designed for mixed-age classes, regular checks and adaptations to ensure progress.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some staff need full training in the phonics program to better support pupils' reading.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Leaders prioritize reading with carefully tracked progress across the school.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers adapt teaching and provide catch-up support to address gaps.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils display positive attitudes; some lose focus if content isn't explained clearly.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff make personalized adaptations for SEND pupils, ensuring their needs are met.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, but effectively addressed by leaders. Pupils feel safe and know whom to talk to.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Clear policies, online safety education, and healthy relationships awareness promote pupil welfare.
Parent Feedback: Parents say their children thrive, appreciating the school's community focus.
Parental Involvement: Parents are engaged through events and community activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Activities include residential trips, art club, cookery, and musical performances.
Teacher Engagement: Staff, including early career teachers, feel well supported by leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: Adaptations and catch-up support help address gaps in learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use information from planned assessments to adapt teaching methods.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff need better training for the phonics program to support pupils effectively.
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About Us
Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 96 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 75% 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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| 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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.2 | - | 15.5 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 107 | 110 |
| 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 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 75% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1 | Below 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 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 3 | 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 | 80% 3 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 5 | 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 | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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% 2 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 10 | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 | 107 | 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 | 75% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 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 | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.8 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | Above 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1