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Great Missenden CofE Combined School
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Great Missenden CofE Combined School
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- Great Missenden HP16 0AZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Early reading curriculum is thoughtfully developed; phonics taught successfully from the start
Success of the Curriculum: Carefully sequenced and relevant curriculum, making excellent use of engaging activities
Areas Needing Improvement: Some foundation subjects need better sequencing to build on pupils' knowledge
Performance in Maths & Reading: Tasks at the start and end of topics enable teachers to know how well pupils are learning
Support for Falling Behind: Staff receive relevant training to support pupils with SEND in lessons
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils listen carefully, respond enthusiastically, and behave well
Support for SEND Pupils: Supported to achieve their very best; staff trained to support pupils in lessons
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not tolerated, and pupils know adults keep them safe
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Embedded culture of safeguarding; strong links with other agencies
Parent Feedback: Majority of parents speak highly of the school, noting dedication and approachability
Parental Involvement: School praised for response to the pandemic, providing remote education
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of extracurricular clubs; music provision especially strong
Teacher Engagement: Senior leaders supported to enable the school to flourish; staff feel appreciated
Impact on Student Progress: Tasks help teachers understand and remember critical information
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About Us
Great Missenden CofE Combined School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 401 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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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As of April 1, 2014, a Great Learners Trust Academy.
by fostering a culture that values each child as a unique and irreplaceable individual.
By fostering the fundamental principles of TRUTH, LOVE, FAITH, COURAGE, RESPECT, and COMMUNITY in all children.
Our institution is steeped in heritage, having been founded in 1823.
Our inclusive admissions policy (described on this page), the size of our school, our uniform, our innovative curriculum, our values, and our purposes are all continuations of our history and distinctive identity as an academy within the Great Learners Trust.
A church school is a place where students of all religions and those without a faith can develop their spiritual awareness and enjoy silent reflection.
a "Growth Mindset" school that instructs students of all ages on how to be tenacious and resilient learners.
As a high-achieving school, we offer "Challenge for All," anticipating that every kid will make significant progress regardless of their level of aptitude.
As a National Help School, we support and train other schools by being collaborative and outward-looking.
We are passionate about growing, cooking, and consuming healthy food as a Food for Life Gold Award School.
We are a school that has consistently improved since our last inspection in 2006, when we were rated Outstanding in every category and subcategory.
Maintaining effective connection with parents, kids, and our neighbourhood community is made possible through our school website.
Please visit the school and take a look around to see for yourself what the students and staff are accomplishing.
I always like speaking with parents and offering any assistance I can.
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by fostering a culture that values each child as a unique and irreplaceable individual.
By fostering the fundamental principles of TRUTH, LOVE, FAITH, COURAGE, RESPECT, and COMMUNITY in all children.
Our institution is steeped in heritage, having been founded in 1823.
Our inclusive admissions policy (described on this page), the size of our school, our uniform, our innovative curriculum, our values, and our purposes are all continuations of our history and distinctive identity as an academy within the Great Learners Trust.
A church school is a place where students of all religions and those without a faith can develop their spiritual awareness and enjoy silent reflection.
a "Growth Mindset" school that instructs students of all ages on how to be tenacious and resilient learners.
As a high-achieving school, we offer "Challenge for All," anticipating that every kid will make significant progress regardless of their level of aptitude.
As a National Help School, we support and train other schools by being collaborative and outward-looking.
We are passionate about growing, cooking, and consuming healthy food as a Food for Life Gold Award School.
We are a school that has consistently improved since our last inspection in 2006, when we were rated Outstanding in every category and subcategory.
Maintaining effective connection with parents, kids, and our neighbourhood community is made possible through our school website.
Please visit the school and take a look around to see for yourself what the students and staff are accomplishing.
I always like speaking with parents and offering any assistance I can.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-7 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.3 | 25.2 | 14.4 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | - | - |
| Proficient Read | 108 | - | - |
| 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 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 99 | 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 | 61% | 57.12% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 10.52% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 108 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 | 98 | 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 | 78% 1 | 62.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% 12 | 10.86% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 107 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 98 | 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 | 79% 9 | 60.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 1 | 10.25% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 107 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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 | 70% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 8.5% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Great Missenden CofE Combined School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1