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Markyate Village School and Nursery
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Markyate Village School and Nursery
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- Markyate AL3 8PT
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| Capacity for sustained improvement | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Focused on improving pupils' writing; reading and math skills have improved significantly
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils respond well to stimulating and wide-ranging opportunities within the curriculum
Areas Needing Improvement: Opportunities for pupils' creativity and independent thinking need enhancement
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment has improved over the last three years, especially in reading, mathematics, and speaking and listening
Support for Falling Behind: Progress meetings ensure early identification for additional help or alternative approaches
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good; pupils work hard in their lessons and have good attitudes to learning
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress due to clear targets and supportive relationships
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils report feeling safe; staff effectively handle any issues
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils' welfare is supported well through various targeted interventions and services
Parent Feedback: Parents are supportive, describing the school as caring and enthusiastic with an approachable headteacher
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents via a parent council and regular communication, including a texting service
Extracurricular Activities: There is a good range of extracurricular and enrichment activities, including sporting events
Outdoor Facilities: Indoor environment is stimulating; outdoor environment is less so but full range of learning is provided outside
Teacher Engagement: Good relationships and a warm, encouraging ethos among teachers and pupils
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan well for different needs, contributing to good progress in most lessons
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Good understanding of pupil levels and next steps due to effective assessments
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some improvements needed to increase the proportion of outstanding teaching by engaging pupils' creativity
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About Us
Markyate Village School and Nursery is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 228 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 52% 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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Our ethos is centred on a love of learning and a dedication to inspire, challenge, and provide all students the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they need to succeed in a world that is changing quickly.
We have the highest standards for every one of our students.
All students should be given the opportunity to realise their potential and develop into self-directed, independent learners.
All of our students should graduate from Markyate Village School and Nursery with the academic skills necessary for their age and ability.
Each class incorporates the British Values of democracy, respect for differences, tolerance, the rule of law, and individual liberty as part of this curriculum through PSHE, cross-curricular teaching, RE, check-in and check-out circles, inclusive learning settings, and our Golden Rules.
Children who truly understand what it means to attend Markyate Village School and Nursery or who have exhibited exceptional ambassadorship are also given a gold school pin.
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We have the highest standards for every one of our students.
All students should be given the opportunity to realise their potential and develop into self-directed, independent learners.
All of our students should graduate from Markyate Village School and Nursery with the academic skills necessary for their age and ability.
Each class incorporates the British Values of democracy, respect for differences, tolerance, the rule of law, and individual liberty as part of this curriculum through PSHE, cross-curricular teaching, RE, check-in and check-out circles, inclusive learning settings, and our Golden Rules.
Children who truly understand what it means to attend Markyate Village School and Nursery or who have exhibited exceptional ambassadorship are also given a gold school pin.
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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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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21 | 25.8 | 10.4 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 102 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 52% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 105 4 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 3 | 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 | 77% 24 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 1 | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 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 | 53% 16 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 11 | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.9 | 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 | 103 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 69% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 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 | 0.0 | Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -2.0 | Below Average |
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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 - 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 Markyate Village School and Nursery
Local authority ratio 18 : 1