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Heronsgate School
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Heronsgate School
- Primary
- Walton MK7 7BW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Effective early reading teaching improves reading confidence and enjoyment.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious and broad curriculum, well-sequenced subject planning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects need refined to ensure understanding before progression.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Effective action taken since last inspection to improve early reading.
Support for Falling Behind: High-quality additional support for pupils struggling to read.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive behaviour; pupils know what to do if they have concerns about bullying.
Support for SEND Pupils: Well-supported by knowledgeable and caring staff who understand pupils' needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and reassured that adults handle concerns effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong understanding of pupil absence reasons and effective support actions.
Parent Feedback: Parents speak highly of school鈥檚 focus on well-being.
Parental Involvement: Parents appreciate the breadth of the curriculum and additional activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Clubs available for sports and arts-based activities, valued by pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use consistent strategies to promote positive behaviour.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff equipped with secure subject knowledge aid in presenting ideas clearly.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Continuous training provided to staff to implement curriculum securely.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need for consistent adaptation of teaching to address misconceptions promptly.
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About Us
Heronsgate School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 379 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 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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The school first opened in April 1989 and now consists of 17 classrooms, a music room, modern foreign languages room, art, DT and science area, school hall, library and a learning support base. We have extensive grounds including football pitches, athletics track, shade sails, trim trails, hard surface playground, a covered reading gazebo and numerous smaller play areas. Our 2 internal courtyards house our wonderful chickens and the gardening club plants and produces a variety of fruits and vegetables as shown in more detail elsewhere on the website. We provide 3 covered bike and scooter shelters, and a staff and disabled users car park, however there is no on-site parking for parents or drop of/collection areas. There are just over 500 students enrolled in years 3, 4, 5, and 6 for the 2016鈥�17 school year (Key stage 2).
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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C-
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 4-7 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.6 | 25.1 | 20.8 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | - | - |
| Proficient Read | 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 | 104 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 61% | 53.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 7.6% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 103 3 | 91 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 89 | 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 | 51% 10 | 56.5% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 1 | 9.59% | 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 | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -5.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.0 | 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 | 100 1 | 85 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 85 | 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 | 41% 9 | 52.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 1 | 7.98% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.7 | 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 | 101 | 84 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 84 | 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 | 50% | 50.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.29% | 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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.7 | Well Below 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 | 3rd 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Heronsgate School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
