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Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy
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Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy
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- Mark TA9 4QA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders strongly promote reading, with phonics overall working well. However, teachers need to plan next steps for those who have fallen behind.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders ensure pupils receive a good quality of education with well-planned subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leaders need to improve how core knowledge is linked and sequenced across subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is good, with no bullying reported.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers do not plan next steps precisely enough for pupils who have fallen behind.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective leadership of special educational needs ensures high-quality support for pupils and teachers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe, and staff are well trained to handle different situations, including online safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: ELSA provides care and support for pupils and families.
Parent Feedback: Virtually all parents highly recommend the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Activities such as playing violin and cello, and trips like Greatwood, enrich pupils' experiences.
Teacher Engagement: Staff have high expectations and plan inspiring activities.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff ensure that pupils progress well through planned activities and routines.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Overall good, but opportunities for improvement in planning precise next steps for some pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Weaknesses in planning next steps for pupils who have fallen behind.
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Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 162 students from age 2-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are, with steadfast Christian principles at the core of everything we do.
In the community of Mark, close to Burnham-on-Sea, on the Somerset Levels, is where you'll find Mark First and Preschool CE Academy.
We provide a stimulating education for kids ages 2 to 9 at our centre.
At the conclusion of Year 4, the majority of our students transition to Hugh Sexey Middle School.
We are a welcoming, supportive school that strives to offer a stimulating environment where our students can develop their independence, confidence, enjoyment, and love for learning.
We are devoted to offering a comprehensive and well-balanced curriculum that encourages originality, values uniqueness, and fosters a love of learning.
There are now 5 courses and a Pre-Institution at the school.
We have strong ties to the local church scene, and everything we do is guided by a Christian perspective.
Love, Hope, Gratitude, Honesty, Trust, Courage, Charity, and Forgiveness are our essential Christian principles.
We also received a "Gold Artsmark" from the Arts Council, recognising our exceptional support for the arts.
The Inclusive Dyslexia Friendly Status Award, which recognises our effective inclusive teaching and encouraging classroom practises, was recently renewed for our organisation.
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In the community of Mark, close to Burnham-on-Sea, on the Somerset Levels, is where you'll find Mark First and Preschool CE Academy.
We provide a stimulating education for kids ages 2 to 9 at our centre.
At the conclusion of Year 4, the majority of our students transition to Hugh Sexey Middle School.
We are a welcoming, supportive school that strives to offer a stimulating environment where our students can develop their independence, confidence, enjoyment, and love for learning.
We are devoted to offering a comprehensive and well-balanced curriculum that encourages originality, values uniqueness, and fosters a love of learning.
There are now 5 courses and a Pre-Institution at the school.
We have strong ties to the local church scene, and everything we do is guided by a Christian perspective.
Love, Hope, Gratitude, Honesty, Trust, Courage, Charity, and Forgiveness are our essential Christian principles.
We also received a "Gold Artsmark" from the Arts Council, recognising our exceptional support for the arts.
The Inclusive Dyslexia Friendly Status Award, which recognises our effective inclusive teaching and encouraging classroom practises, was recently renewed for our organisation.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
D-
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C-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 2-9 | 2-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.5 | 14.9 | 22.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 100 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | - | 102 | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 - 1st Sep 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1