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Kymbrook Primary School
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Kymbrook Primary School
- Primary
- Bolnhurst and Keysoe MK44 2HH
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad and balanced curriculum enriched by trips developing pupils' confidence and aspirations.
Foundational Skills: Pupils are keen and capable readers; early years learn basic letters and sounds.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is ambitious and well-planned, preparing pupils for next steps.
Areas Needing Improvement: More opportunities for independent learning outside for Early Years children are needed.
Areas Needing Improvement: Occasionally staff do not realize when pupils are ready to learn more sophisticated concepts.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional help through effective learning support assistants; needs consistently well met.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in and out of lessons, enjoy school, and appreciate adult support.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Results on national tests generally in line with national averages.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff provide necessary reading support to prevent pupils from falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well-behaved, follow clear routines, and maintain strong relationships.
Support for SEND Pupils: Funding for SEND pupils is used effectively, leading to academic, behavioral, and emotional gains.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support provided, utilizing external agencies and ensuring staff have needed training.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding; pupils feel safe and understand different forms of bullying and racism.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Warm, nurturing atmosphere; clear procedures and closely working with external agencies for support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, promoting a positive culture.
Parent Feedback: Parents say their children are well looked after and kept safe.
Parental Involvement: Drop-in sessions, activity days, and meetings about phonics and curriculum for parents.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very complimentary of the school's work and culture.
Extracurricular Activities: Trips, visits, and themed days enrich the curriculum, including two annual residential trips.
Extracurricular Activities: Well-planned enrichment program helps pupils learn about themselves and the world.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor learning provision helps pupils be self-sufficient and enjoy nature.
Outdoor Facilities: Needs improvement; outdoor environment for independent learning activities can be enhanced.
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is positive, and there is a strong team identity with pride in working at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching is good, resulting in positive pupil attitudes and learning; improved phonics teaching.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders provide support and training to improve the quality of education; regular monitoring of progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Consistent high expectations needed across all classes; some improvements required for middle leaders.
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About Us
Kymbrook Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 72 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 73% 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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| 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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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.4 | 25.8 | 17.9 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 103 |
| 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 | 107 | 98 | 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 | 73% | 51.06% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 2.33% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2 | 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 | 104 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 88 | 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% | 48.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.75% | 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 | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.0 | Below 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 | - | 46 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 46 | 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 | - | 23.15% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 2.41% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 4th Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 19th 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 5th Nov 2024 - 18th 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Kymbrook Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1