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Francis Baily Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Francis Baily Primary School
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Francis Baily Primary School
- Primary
- Thatcham RG19 4GG
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is not sufficiently prioritised, and gaps in phonics knowledge remain
Success of the Curriculum: Broad curriculum developed but not followed as effectively due to teaching inconsistencies
Areas Needing Improvement: Focus on closing gaps in pupils' phonics knowledge and prioritising reading from the Reception Year
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and demonstrate the school's values
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils struggle to become fluent readers; success in other subjects varies
Support for Falling Behind: Recent work with the trust to improve reading but lacks consistency
Support for SEND Pupils: Ambitious curriculum for SEND pupils but inconsistently followed
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and well cared for; teachers address worries
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Standards of behaviour improved; positive culture around safeguarding
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate opportunities for pupil development, especially through sporting activities
Parental Involvement: Parents comment positively about extracurricular and learning support
Extracurricular Activities: Wide variety of clubs available during and after school
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor areas in Reception well set up for agility and coordination
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers revisit previous learning but need better focus on key content
Teaching Staff Challenges: Not all staff are trained in teaching reading effectively
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teaching quality needs improvement for consistent reading success
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About Us
Francis Baily Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 534 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 56% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
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C+
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B+
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.8 | 21 | 23.8 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 101 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 105 | 105 |
| 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 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 95 | 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 | 56% | 50.44% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.46% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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.
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.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd 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 | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 19th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Francis Baily Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1