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St Andrew's (Barnsbury) Church of England Primary School
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St Andrew's (Barnsbury) Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Islington N1 0LB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make good progress in reading, writing and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum provides a wide range of learning opportunities, including sporting activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve phonics teaching in key stage 1 and enhance pupils' attainment in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective additional support for pupils falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' positive attitudes strongly contribute to good progress. Behaviour is typically good.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in mathematics is weaker than in reading and writing.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders work effectively with other agencies to promote the welfare of pupils with additional needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School is a very harmonious community where pupils feel safe and valued.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School ensures British values are promoted and pupils are well prepared for life in modern Britain.
Parent Feedback: Most parents are supportive of the school's leadership and would recommend the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents attend workshops to better support their children's learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Variety of extra-curricular activities like sport, art, cooking, craft work, and school visits.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor play area is engaging and stimulates children鈥檚 learning.
Teacher Engagement: Staff work together effectively as a team, sharing ideas to improve learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching quality has improved since the last inspection, leading to good student progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers have challenging targets based on school priorities and pupil progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The monitoring of teaching is rigorous with effective performance management.
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About Us
St Andrew's (Barnsbury) Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater London, London.
It has 172 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 50% 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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We are a well-liked one-form entrance Church of England volunteer aided primary school located in Islington's culturally diversified Barnsbury neighbourhood.
With strong ties to the Barnsbury Parish team, St. Andrew's, All Saints, and the Church on the Corner, our Christian ethos is deeply ingrained in everything we do at St. Andrew's.
From their very first day of school in Reception all the way through to Y6, we give our kids a safe, joyful, and purposeful atmosphere that supports their learning and makes sure they're ready for secondary school and beyond.
St. Andrew's is extremely fortunate to have sizable, well-kept grounds, which is uncommon for a school in the heart of London.
We sincerely believe that every child, regardless of background, has the ability to succeed.
We think that a nurturing, intellectually engaging environment with lots of praise and encouragement is ideal for youngsters.
At St. Andrew's, we work to give our students the success and self-assurance they need to become competent, well-rounded young adults who can contribute to society.
Our collective worship, which gives the entire school time for introspection, adoration, and prayer, is at the heart of our academic day.
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With strong ties to the Barnsbury Parish team, St. Andrew's, All Saints, and the Church on the Corner, our Christian ethos is deeply ingrained in everything we do at St. Andrew's.
From their very first day of school in Reception all the way through to Y6, we give our kids a safe, joyful, and purposeful atmosphere that supports their learning and makes sure they're ready for secondary school and beyond.
St. Andrew's is extremely fortunate to have sizable, well-kept grounds, which is uncommon for a school in the heart of London.
We sincerely believe that every child, regardless of background, has the ability to succeed.
We think that a nurturing, intellectually engaging environment with lots of praise and encouragement is ideal for youngsters.
At St. Andrew's, we work to give our students the success and self-assurance they need to become competent, well-rounded young adults who can contribute to society.
Our collective worship, which gives the entire school time for introspection, adoration, and prayer, is at the heart of our academic day.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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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 | 18.3 | - | - |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 107 | - |
| 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 | 101 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 92 | 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 | 50% | 57.64% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.09% | 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 | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.5 | Well 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 | 103 5 | 89 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 4 | 91 | 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 | 57% 23 | 61.32% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 16 | 12.66% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 108 | 87 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 4 | 88 | 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 | 80% 1 | 60.19% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 10 | 14.11% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.8 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 4 | 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 | 108 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 110 | 91 | 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 | 79% | 59.49% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 12.44% | 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 | 4.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | Above 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Andrew's (Barnsbury) Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1