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Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School
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Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School
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- Hertingfordbury SG14 2LR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| 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: The teaching of phonics and reading is effective.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders鈥� well-designed curriculum provides breadth and balance for pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not always plan sequences of learning that cater for the most able pupils鈥� needs well enough.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In 2018, pupils' attainment was above national averages in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teaching assistants support pupils with SEND effectively through one-to-one and group sessions.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are ambitious, self-assured, and curious, showing exceptional behaviour and attitudes.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders鈥� and teachers鈥� support for pupils with SEND is effective, helping them make good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding is effective, and bullying is very rare. Pupils know how to keep themselves safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes emotional well-being and social skills exceptionally well.
Parent Feedback: Nearly all parents reported that their children feel safe and are happy at this school.
Parental Involvement: Leaders have built strong partnerships with parents, involving them in various activities and events.
Extracurricular Activities: Nearly all pupils take part in extracurricular PE and many reach county-level competitions.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers understand the needs of pupils and create learning opportunities that lead to good progress.
Impact on Student Progress: Accurate assessment ensures that teachers provide clear feedback, helping pupils to improve their learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders ensure staff use their training to improve teaching, learning, and assessment.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers鈥� expectations are not always high for the most able pupils and those in key stage 1.
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About Us
Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 225 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 53% 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 workshop was incredibly instructive and fascinating, in my opinion. The interesting presentations gave me a better understanding of how my kids' education is organised. I am confident in the way the curriculum is being taught at Hertingfordbury since I am well-informed about it. I'm grateful." Parent Key Stages 1 and 2. Excellent evening; very educational and presented in a warm and welcoming manner. Parent in Key Stage 2. "I am thrilled that our family is able to participate in the school and feel that I have a clear understanding of the ideals and directions of the school." Childcare Parent. "Learning about the curriculum and how our children's learning is built upon year after year was incredibly beneficial." Parent in Key Stage 2. The way you all worked together to share your passion and enthusiasm was fantastic to hear. Parent in Key Stage 2.
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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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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.7 | - | 17 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 99 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 101 |
| 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 | 106 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 53% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.95% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -3.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 2 | 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 | 87% 8 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 11 | 11.98% | 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 | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 1 | 96 | 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 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% 13 | 11.72% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above 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 | 108 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 95 | 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 | 88% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 11.43% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1