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Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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- Elsenham CM22 6DD
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make exceptional progress in English and mathematics with secure knowledge in various subjects.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum inspires and enthuses pupils, preparing them well for next steps.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some teachers don't always consider pupils' starting points, slowing learning, especially for the most able.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils made very strong progress in reading and mathematics at the end of key stage 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND receive precise support, ensuring excellent progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are enthusiastic learners with excellent attitudes, rarely engaging in poor behaviour.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils make good progress with precise support tailored to their needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare; pupils feel safe and confident staff will look after them.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High priority on pupil safety; curriculum covers age-appropriate safety education including internet use.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly supportive, praising teachers鈥� approachability and school's enrichment activities.
Parental Involvement: Parents engage through school鈥檚 electronic learning system, positively affecting children's learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of enrichment opportunities including art, drama workshops, and after-school clubs.
Outdoor Facilities: Children move freely between outdoor and indoor activities confidently and safely.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers value training and support from leaders, constantly looking to develop their skills.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers have a good subject knowledge that enhances pupils鈥� learning in many subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders rigorously monitor impact and provide timely, precise support improving teaching quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some classes show variable presentation and detail in subjects other than English and mathematics.
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About Us
Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 357 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 70% 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 essence of all we do is centred on our goals, ethos, and values.
The village of Elsenham, which is adjacent to the market town of Bishop's Stortford, is where you'll find Elsenham C of E Primary School.
We now have one class for each year group in our one-form entrance school, although we have two classes for students already in Year 4.
At Elsenham C of E Primary School, we work to promote excellence across the board and develop high levels of learning and behaviour in a joyful and caring environment.
We are lucky to have supportive parents who cooperate with us to assist provide the best learning experiences for the kids since we think that the education of all children depends on a cooperative relationship between home and school.
Our school's work was praised in the most recent OFSTED inspection report (October 2018), which rated us "good" overall and emphasised many of our strengths.
Each of our kids is unique, having skills and abilities in a range of areas.
We provide a comprehensive, balanced, and pertinent curriculum that is engaging, challenging, and open to all students in order to help them succeed.
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The village of Elsenham, which is adjacent to the market town of Bishop's Stortford, is where you'll find Elsenham C of E Primary School.
We now have one class for each year group in our one-form entrance school, although we have two classes for students already in Year 4.
At Elsenham C of E Primary School, we work to promote excellence across the board and develop high levels of learning and behaviour in a joyful and caring environment.
We are lucky to have supportive parents who cooperate with us to assist provide the best learning experiences for the kids since we think that the education of all children depends on a cooperative relationship between home and school.
Our school's work was praised in the most recent OFSTED inspection report (October 2018), which rated us "good" overall and emphasised many of our strengths.
Each of our kids is unique, having skills and abilities in a range of areas.
We provide a comprehensive, balanced, and pertinent curriculum that is engaging, challenging, and open to all students in order to help them succeed.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.3 | 25.8 | 19.5 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 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 | 105 | 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 | 70% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.79% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 107 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 5 | 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 | 77% 16 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 2 | 10.71% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.8 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 4.0 | 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 | 109 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 1 | 95 | 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 | 93% 12 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 5 | 10% | 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 | 3.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.7 | 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 | 109 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 93 | 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 | 81% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 9.05% | 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 | 5.4 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5.7 | Well 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 | 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 Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1