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St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock
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St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock
- Primary
- Ibstock LE67 6NL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of early reading and phonics is strong with a consistent approach starting in early years.
Success of the Curriculum: Subjects are well planned and sequenced, helping pupils to know more and remember more.
Areas Needing Improvement: Subject plans do not show key words pupils should know by the end of each topic or year.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers use assessment to find and fill gaps in pupils鈥� knowledge. Year 1 phonics check results have improved.
Support for Falling Behind: Adults quickly spot those pupils who fall behind and give them the help they need to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Incidents of poor behaviour or bullying are rare; pupils are polite and behave well.
Support for SEND Pupils: The curriculum is ambitious for all pupils, including those with SEND, with helpful links to speech and language and autism outreach teams.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of poor behaviour or bullying are rare. Clear procedures are in place for staff to follow if concerned about a pupil's welfare.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils know how to keep themselves safe, including online. Staff have received up-to-date safeguarding training.
Parent Feedback: Parents are mostly positive, typified by one saying the school has enabled their child to flourish and build confidence.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils develop their artistic and sporting talents through various after-school clubs.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils in Year 2 enjoy an annual residential visit to Sherwood Forest.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers appreciate the support and training they receive from subject leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan activities to improve problem-solving skills and ensure pupils can explain and justify their answers.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use assessment effectively to identify and fill knowledge gaps.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Subject plans do not include key vocabulary, which hinders building on previous learning.
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About Us
St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 243 students from age 4-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our school is active and prospering in the sizable village of Ibstock. Our goal is to assist your child get off to the greatest possible start in school and realise their full potential. The team places a high value on the students enjoying their education and their time in school. We are a pleasant and friendly school where you will feel like a partner in your child's education. We want you to feel comfortable approaching us with any queries. The school offers education to kids aged 4 to 7, and we also have a 10-seat unit for kids with moderate learning disabilities. Every child participates in a comprehensive programme that uses year group themes to cover many subjects from the National Curriculum. In addition, we encourage outside guests who can enrich the discussion with their unique expertise. We also plan excursions from the classroom, such as trips to churches and other houses of worship. As a Church of England Infant School, we collaborate closely with our neighbourhood church, St. Denys in Ibstock, hosting events like Messy Church and Open the Book Assemblies every month. We also collaborate with the Diocese of Leicester and the Ibstock Baptist Church Foodbank. We are associated with North West Leicestershire Sports Partnership and Forest Way Teaching School. Children are welcome to participate in a variety of after-school programmes at St. Denys CE Infant School. We are eager to get to know you as parents and collaborate with you. You are more than welcome to visit the school if you are a new resident of Ibstock.
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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 | 4-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.3 | - | 21.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | 111 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | 103 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 9th Jul 2025 - 24th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 8th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock
Local authority ratio 19 : 1