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Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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- Mosterton DT8 3JQ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a prominent part of the school鈥檚 work, with staff ensuring pupils read books suited to their needs to improve fluency and confidence.
Success of the Curriculum: Teachers plan an engaging curriculum with mapped out content for each subject, like building knowledge in physical education year to year.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, the content that leaders want pupils to remember is too broad, preventing connections with prior knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In English and mathematics, staff use assessment well to recap and repeat important knowledge, helping learning stick.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff intervene quickly when pupils are not keeping up, ensuring they receive necessary support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite and well-mannered, adhering to 鈥榞ood to be green鈥� rules; bullying is rare and quickly resolved.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff identify pupils' needs early and provide effective support, including specialist teaching, so pupils can learn the same curriculum as their classmates.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff intervene quickly to resolve any issues; pupils understand online safety and healthy relationships.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are well-trained in safeguarding, and statutory checks ensure adults are safe to work with pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate how staff build children鈥檚 confidence and nurture their interests and talents, with most recommending the school to others.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils are proud of their sporting achievements and successfully compete in local festivals.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are proud to work at the school and value the support they receive to strengthen their expertise.
Impact on Student Progress: Assessment in English and mathematics helps pupils become better readers, writers, and mathematicians.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: In some wider curriculum subjects, systems to check pupil learning are not well-developed, affecting retention of knowledge.
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About Us
Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 134 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 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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The motto "One Education, Many Opportunities" is one that we truly believe in at Parrett and Axe CEVA Primary School. From their earliest days with us in Reception, where they begin to discover how to be excellent learners, through their last days in Year 6, we work with our kids. All of our efforts at Parrett and Axe are directed toward helping every kid become the best version of themselves and fully realise their potential as they get ready for the next stage of their education. The cornerstones of excellence in learning and our main goal are wellbeing, joy, success, and teamwork. As a Church of England school, we follow in the loving, trusting, and forgiving steps of Jesus. The measures we take during that academic journey are crucial for the future as well as significant now.
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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 |
B-
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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 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.9 | 25.8 | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 108 |
| 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 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 96 | 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% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.08% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 109 5 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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% 5 | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 7 | 10.32% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.8 | 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 | 104 2 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 4 | 94 | 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 | 82% 47 | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 7.71% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 | 102 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 90 | 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 | 35% | 51.38% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.79% | 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 | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -5.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.8 | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
