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Dewhurst St Mary CofE Primary School
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Dewhurst St Mary CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Broxbourne EN8 9ND
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teaching of phonics strengthened; effective explanations and questioning promote learning well
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress, especially in mathematics and writing
Areas Needing Improvement: Accelerate progress in reading where it trails behind writing and mathematics
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment by end of Year 6 is above average in mathematics and average in English
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support provided for pupils who need it, particularly in reading
Behaviour and Attitudes: Keen learners, behave well in lessons and around school; attitudes and behaviour exemplary in some settings
Support for SEND Pupils: Well-planned and targeted support helps SEND pupils make good progress
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and very well cared for by staff; clear understanding of bullying and it's managed effectively
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff ensure that discrimination is not tolerated and pupils' welfare is promoted robustly
Parent Feedback: Parents hold positive views about the school, praising safety, progress, teaching quality, and leadership
Parental Involvement: Good communication between home and school; welcomed workshops for supporting children's learning
Extracurricular Activities: Additional activities and clubs are strengths of the school鈥檚 curriculum
Teacher Engagement: Teachers establish positive relationships and create a positive classroom climate
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching has increased pupils鈥� progress from satisfactory to good
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching quality is carefully checked; positive steps taken to improve it
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, learning pace can slow down due to long introductions or inefficient resource distribution
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Dewhurst St Mary CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 204 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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 Robert Dewhurst School Foundation was created in an indenture dated 31st December 1642 by which Robert Dewhurst handed over the school he had previously established for poor boys of the parish and its endowing property to the first body of twelve trustees. At least from the end of the 16th century, the Dewhurst family has ties to the Cheshunt parish. Robert's father, Barnard Dewhurst, served as William Cecil, Lord Burleigh, England's Lord High Treasurer, during the reign of Elizabeth I. Robert, who was from Wormley, was destined to pursue a legal profession and attain some notoriety because, at the time of his passing, he was the keeper of the Briefs in the Kings Bench. Robert had three spouses but no children despite this; yet, his generosity through his school has benefited many generations of kids. The first school structure is still standing. It had a sizable schoolroom and lodging for the Master and his family around 1640. The Trustees might utilise a room as well. The current school now uses this structure as its dining hall. Built in 1873 and expanded in 1913, St. Mary's School. The current Dewhurst St Mary Church of England Primary School was founded in 1958 when Dewhurst and St Marys merged. I would like to thank Dennis Cracknell, the Robert Dewhurst Foundation's clerk.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.4 | 25.8 | 18.3 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 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 | 104 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 62% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 108 3 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 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 | 74% 3 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 2 | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | Above 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 | 105 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 71% 7 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 105 | 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 | 64% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | Below 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 - 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dewhurst St Mary CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
