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St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- Primary
- Bulmer CO10 7EH
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is wide and interesting, including opportunities for art, music, ICT, and science.
Foundational Skills: Phonics scheme is well planned and increasingly well taught
Success of the Curriculum: Activities spark curiosity; most pupils achieve well
Foundational Skills: Basic skills like handwriting, spelling, and presentation need consistent reinforcement.
Areas Needing Improvement: Most-able pupils could do better and basic skills are not consistently reinforced.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need to check pupils' knowledge more consistently
Performance in Maths & Reading: Improving attainment evident in books and assessments with a clear upward trajectory.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils falling behind are supported to catch up, including those with SEN and disadvantaged pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good; pupils show respect and enjoy school.
Performance in Maths & Reading: School promotes love of reading; confident in using numbers
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils receive additional help when needed
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and respond enthusiastically
Support for SEND Pupils: Vulnerable pupils, including those with special educational needs, are monitored closely and supported well by the SEN team.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND enjoy school and achieve well
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and pupils feel safe. Safeguarding is a high priority.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes pupils' emotional well-being and personal development effectively.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe, know they will receive support if needed
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes well-being and safety effectively
Parent Feedback: Parents value support and communication
Parent Feedback: Some parents value more regular and comprehensive information about changes.
Parental Involvement: School leaders have plans to improve communication and the website.
Extracurricular Activities: Includes art, music, sports, and visits such as Colchester Castle and Isle of Wight.
Outdoor Facilities: Plans to develop the outdoor learning area further appreciated by pupils.
Extracurricular Activities: Several well-attended clubs broaden interests
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel well-supported and are proud to work at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective professional development and coaching have led to good teaching and improved pupil progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment of pupils鈥� work is now more accurate due to staff training and collaboration with other schools.
Impact on Student Progress: Much engaging teaching, pupils achieve well
Teaching Staff Challenges: Most-able pupils sometimes not challenged enough; some inconsistencies in reinforcing basic skills.
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About Us
St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 88 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 17% 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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| 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 |
D
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20 | - | 14.9 |
| Proficient Math | 98 | 111 | 99 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 107 | 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 | 98 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 17% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | 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 | - | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 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 | - | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | 99 4 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 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 | 22% 53 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | 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 | 103 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 75% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 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 | 4.0 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 7.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | Above 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1