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Helmdon Primary School
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Helmdon Primary School
- Primary
- Helmdon NN13 5QT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff implement the school鈥檚 chosen phonics programme consistently well.
Success of the Curriculum: There have been significant improvements to other areas of the curriculum since the last inspection.
Areas Needing Improvement: The new approach to helping pupils remember their prior learning has not yet had the impact that the school intends.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve highly in reading, writing and mathematics at the end of key stage 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Anyone who falls behind in phonics is given support straight away to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well. They are courteous and considerate.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school has improved its provision for pupils with SEND. Staff have the expertise to meet the needs of pupils with SEND in their lessons.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Pupils feel safe and secure.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is high quality pastoral support available for pupils who need additional support.
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Parental Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinion on their child's school.
Extracurricular Activities: The school provides a wide range of enrichment activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils make the most of the resources and facilities on offer at break times to be active.
Teacher Engagement: Staff like being part of a supportive, committed team.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff explain things clearly and check pupils鈥� understanding before moving on.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The value that the school places on reading is reflected in pupils鈥� attitudes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The development of pupils鈥� vocabulary is a consistent feature of lessons.
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About Us
Helmdon Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 107 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 100% 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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We are a state-run, coed, village primary school that serves kids from 4 to 11 years old who reside in Helmdon, nearby villages, and the nearby towns of Brackley and Towcester. Our goal is to create a setting where kids can grow and develop in a respectful, joyful, and caring atmosphere. With an engaging curriculum, we encourage a love of lifelong learning to make sure every child realises their full potential. Building self-worth, independence, and resilience is our challenge. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and get the information you're looking for. Please let us know if you need a hard copy of the data on our website. Please feel free to reach out to our Headteacher, Mrs. Julie Crouch, by email at [email protected] or by calling the school office directly at 01295 768126.
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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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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | 25.8 | 21.5 |
| Proficient Math | 113 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 109 | 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 | 113 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 100% | 56.44% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 8.44% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 6.4 | Well 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 | 110 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 1 | 94 | 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 | 100% 9 | 58.3% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 16 | 9.01% | 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 | 5.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 4.4 | Well 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 | 112 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 111 2 | 90 | 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 | 91% 9 | 55.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% 3 | 8.81% | 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 | 4.7 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 6.9 | Well 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 | 112 | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | 113 | 90 | 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 | 100% | 52.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 6.76% | 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 | 4.4 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 3.2 | 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Helmdon Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1