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Sherford Vale School
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Sherford Vale School
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- Plymouth PL9 8FA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a priority, enabling pupils to learn accurately and fluently.
Success of the Curriculum: Carefully planned and sequenced, successfully builds teachers鈥� expertise.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, the curriculum is in its infancy.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In mathematics, pupils improve their reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who need help with reading receive it quickly and effectively.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils live up to high expectations of behaviour, resulting in a calm atmosphere.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders identify needs accurately and adapt teaching to meet pupils鈥� needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils and parents share confidence in leaders to resolve any bullying swiftly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure safety, staff receive useful training, and timely support is secured.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers think positively about the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a range of activities which extend their interests and talents.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have the subject knowledge they need due to effective professional development.
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About Us
Sherford Vale School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 258 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 63% 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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Every child at Sherford Vale School receives a first-rate education that enables them to realise their full potential and cultivate a lifelong love of learning. Every child will have academic greatness as a goal, combined with boosting self-esteem and promoting risk-taking. By offering a variety of opportunities both inside and outside of the school day, we hope to identify and develop each person's unique skills. The Sherford Community places a strong emphasis on sustainability, and we strive to make appropriate use of the outdoor woods and wildlife habitats found on the school grounds and across the town. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum for students in Nursery through Year 6, with a focus on offering excellent Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math, and Physical Education. besides a huge range of extracurricular activities.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.5 | 19.7 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 111 |
| 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 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 93 | 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 | 63% | 50.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 5.99% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 106 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 100 | 90 | 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 | 50% | 56.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.32% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 4.0 | 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 | - | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 92 | 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 | - | 58.22% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 8.83% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 | 28th 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sherford Vale School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
