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Kennington Church of England Academy
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Kennington Church of England Academy
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- Kennington TN24 9AG
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers took robust action to improve the teaching of reading. Pupils are now taught to read well and analyze texts in great detail.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is interesting and innovative with a range of opportunities for creative and philosophical thinking.
Areas Needing Improvement: Too few pupils make sufficient progress in mathematics to attain at the highest level.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils develop secure basic skills in mathematics but do not routinely learn to solve problems or reason. Pupils make strong progress in reading.
Support for Falling Behind: When performance dips, additional staff and resources are quickly deployed to ensure pupils catch up rapidly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are respectful, polite, and show positive attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support for pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities is effective and tailored to pupils鈥� specific needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not a problem in the school; if issues arise, staff deal with them efficiently.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand how to keep themselves safe and manage their feelings.
Parent Feedback: Parents attend regular 鈥榮urgeries鈥� for useful safeguarding advice, indicating positive engagement.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils are given a wide range of opportunities to participate in activities such as lacrosse, golf, dance, and more.
Teacher Engagement: Every member of staff, including support staff, is assigned a coach to discuss and evaluate their performance.
Impact on Student Progress: The quality of teaching has improved rapidly, contributing to strong progress, particularly in reading and writing.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff receive high-quality training and see good practice in other schools, boosting teaching quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Challenges include ensuring consistent challenge in mathematics to help more pupils attain a higher standard.
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About Us
Kennington Church of England Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 355 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 71% 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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A lot happens at our active, sociable Church of England school.
This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for.
Church of England education is offered at Kennington CE Academy.
To develop lifelong learners who reach their potential as God intended, we work with pride and passion.
The first school building, which is still used as a school office today, was constructed in 1872.
Each year group currently has 12 courses with up to 90 students.
Our PTFA raises a lot of money for us, allowing us to improve the educational experience for our students.
We have great year-to-year transitions from Year 2 to Year 3, which welcomes everyone on board, and we collaborate closely with Downs View Infant School.
The kids can see St. Mary's Church, our neighbourhood church, from the playground.
The Kennington Community Forum encourages residents' opinions regarding the neighborhood's churches, schools, and other institutions.
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This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for.
Church of England education is offered at Kennington CE Academy.
To develop lifelong learners who reach their potential as God intended, we work with pride and passion.
The first school building, which is still used as a school office today, was constructed in 1872.
Each year group currently has 12 courses with up to 90 students.
Our PTFA raises a lot of money for us, allowing us to improve the educational experience for our students.
We have great year-to-year transitions from Year 2 to Year 3, which welcomes everyone on board, and we collaborate closely with Downs View Infant School.
The kids can see St. Mary's Church, our neighbourhood church, from the playground.
The Kennington Community Forum encourages residents' opinions regarding the neighborhood's churches, schools, and other institutions.
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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 |
| Age range | 7-11 | 5-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.2 | 20 | 22.9 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 105 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 71% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.01% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2 | 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 | 107 1 | 98 | 96 |
| 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 | 83% 5 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 11.56% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 106 4 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 4 | 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% 17 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 4 | 10.3% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.9 | Well 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 | 102 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 61% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.77% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 3.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | -3.0 | 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 | 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Kennington Church of England Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1