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Plaxtol Primary School
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- Plaxtol TN15 0QD
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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 at the heart of the curriculum and phonics learning begins as soon as children start school.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have designed an ambitious and interesting curriculum that is well suited to pupils鈥� needs.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leaders need to ensure that record-keeping is more precise for serious behavioural incidents.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers use skilful questioning and recall activities to check for gaps in pupils鈥� learning.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who find reading more difficult receive daily support to help them keep up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils listen to their teachers carefully and work hard in class as they want to do their best.
Support for SEND Pupils: The needs of pupils with SEND are identified quickly, and they can access the same curriculum and extracurricular activities as their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff receive regular training on safeguarding, and pupils feel safe in school. Teachers act quickly when bullying occurs.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders monitor pupils closely, but need to communicate more frequently with external agencies for extra support.
Parent Feedback: Staff say that their well-being is a priority for leaders and they are proud to work at the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents' views are considered through discussions and a review of Ofsted鈥檚 surveys.
Extracurricular Activities: Many pupils take part in clubs such as tri-golf, coding, and dance, enriching their learning experience.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers change their plans so that pupils revisit topics where their knowledge is less secure.
Impact on Student Progress: Subject leaders monitor how well the curriculum is enabling pupils to know and do more and provide specialist support to staff.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The headteacher has ensured that staffing gaps have not impacted the school鈥檚 smooth running.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use skilful questioning and recall activities to address any misconceptions.
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About Us
Plaxtol Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 84 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 79% 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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Thanks for visiting Plaxtol Primary School. We are a tiny town community school located in Plaxtol's picturesque centre. Between Sevenoaks and Tonbridge, in a region of exceptional natural beauty and a rich cultural history, is Plaxtol. Since its inception in the hamlet in 1847, the school has provided youngsters from the community with a top-notch education that is closely woven into the fabric of the local community. We firmly think that studying together in a school family environment is essential to giving our students the finest education possible. The school now has four classrooms and serves students between the ages of 4 and 11. In our reception class, years 1 and 2, and up to 16 students in each of our subsequent year groups, we can accept 15 students per year. 93 students are presently enrolled. All students can feel comfortable and secure at our school because of its welcoming, family-like atmosphere. This enables all students to access their education and grow to the fullest extent of their potential. Our students mingle freely between year groups, which creates numerous possibilities for great role-modeling in terms of behaviour and communication. All of our staff members are familiar with and supportive of one another. Through the utilisation of our on-site amenities, such as our wildlife area, learning resource room, and swimming pool, our students are able to extend their learning through a wide range of curricular enrichment options both on and off campus. I'm hoping this website serves as a thorough introduction to Plaxtol School.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.3 | 25.8 | 19.5 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 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 | 108 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 79% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 71% | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 29% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 | 105 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 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 | 71% | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 71% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -3.8 | 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 | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Plaxtol Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1