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Richard De Clare Community Academy
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- Halstead CO9 2JT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Inadequate |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils learn to read quickly due to consistent approach and practical maths learning
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is well planned and sequenced, helping pupils build on previous learning
Areas Needing Improvement: Reception provision needs to better support early writing and number skills
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in English and mathematics with detailed, interesting work
Support for Falling Behind: Effective extra help is provided for pupils at risk of falling behind
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is focused and calm; pupils understand the behaviour code and are considerate of each other
Support for SEND Pupils: Needs of pupils with SEND are identified, but some parents remain concerned about provision
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: No longer any bullying, staff sort out unkind behaviour quickly
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Site security improved, staff ensure any concerns are comprehensively followed
Parent Feedback: Some parents concerned about SEND provision, ongoing efforts to improve understanding
Parental Involvement: Leaders working with parents to involve them in planning for their children
Extracurricular Activities: Clubs include running, multi-skills and knitting, plus trips and visitor events
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor area in Reception needs more high-quality resources to encourage learning
Teacher Engagement: Staff are very positive about training and development received
Impact on Student Progress: Consistent approaches to teaching have positively impacted learning
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular certificates and awards motivate pupils, encouraging positive values
Teaching Staff Challenges: Reception teachers need to provide more opportunities for practice in key areas
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Richard De Clare Community Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 360 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 55% 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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Mrs. Sam Couttie oversees the Nursery. Sam, Richard de Clare's deputy head, has a B.Ed. with honours in education and an advanced diploma in language and literacy (Cambridge University.) She is an Early Years Education Specialist Leader in Education (SLE). Mrs. Hayley Davey, who has a degree in early childhood development, oversees the Nursery on a regular basis. Experienced nursery practitioners Mrs. Hayley Dean, Miss Amy Phillips, and Miss Layla Kilany provide support for Hayley. We are eager to have you as a part of the Richard de Clare family.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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C-
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.6 | 23 | 21.1 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 102 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 104 | 105 |
| 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 | 105 | 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 | 55% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.79% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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 | 59% 18 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 7 | 10.71% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 4 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 95 | 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 | 41% 21 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 1 | 10% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -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 | 105 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 93 | 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 | 62% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 9.05% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Richard De Clare Community Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
