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Edith Cavell Primary School
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Edith Cavell Primary School
- Primary
- Bedford MK41 7NH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Training improved phonics teaching; Year 1 phonics standard in line with national average
Success of the Curriculum: Teachers provide regular writing opportunities; mathematical fluency improving
Foundational Skills: High priority on reading and maths; phonics sessions ensure progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Thoughtfully planned, regularly reviewed; enhances learning through visits.
Areas Needing Improvement: Need more problem-solving tasks in math; improve boys鈥� writing stamina
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent writing standards; some students need more challenge.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support provided through small groups and focused intervention
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enthusiastic, understand importance of equality, and show positive behavior
Performance in Maths & Reading: Steady improvement in national tests for English and math.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective catch-up sessions for struggling readers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary, respectful, and responsible behavior throughout.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Math standards below average; writing standards rising; more progress needed in maths reasoning
Support for SEND Pupils: Detailed safeguarding, quick action on concerns, staff well-trained and vigilant
Support for SEND Pupils: Strong support team; ensures good achievement.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong culture of vigilance; 鈥榯ell me鈥� boxes and daily check-ins ensure safety
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding effective with detailed records and comprehensive induction
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safe environment with vigilance culture.
Parent Feedback: Parents positive; children make good progress; high teaching quality
Parental Involvement: Newsletters remind responsibilities; rewards encourage attendance
Parent Feedback: Positive feedback about children's education and safety.
Parental Involvement: Active engagement using translation apps.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor provision underdeveloped; needs better equipment variety
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range including sports sessions, but low SEND participation.
Teacher Engagement: Staff commit to providing best environment; regular training and partnerships
Impact on Student Progress: Accountability for outcomes ensures pupil progress; regular assessment checks
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Thorough monitoring and accurate assessments via school partnerships
Impact on Student Progress: Progress in core subjects noted; higher potential recognized.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Focus needed on deepening math reasoning skills; improve boys鈥� writing
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need consistent approach to writing skill teaching.
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About Us
Edith Cavell Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 295 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 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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| 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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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.5 | 25.8 | 22.8 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 101 |
| 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 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 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% | 51.06% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 2.33% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 3.6 | 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 | 99 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 | 88 | 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 | 38% | 48.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 4.75% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.8 | Well 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 | - | 46 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 46 | 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 | - | 23.15% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 2.41% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 4th Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 19th 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 5th Nov 2024 - 18th 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 Edith Cavell Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1