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St Helen's Church of England Primary School
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St Helen's Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Wheathampstead AL4 8AN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Pupils鈥� welfare, health and safety | Good |
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Foundational Skills: High expectations in English and Mathematics are helping students make good progress overall.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress in reading due to a positive culture of reading for pleasure.
Foundational Skills: Clear routines in early years foster positive learning behaviors.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum helps pupils achieve well, including those with SEND.
Areas Needing Improvement: More consistent opportunities needed to engage in work developing reasoning and problem-solving skills in mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent checks on pupils' knowledge affect learning continuity.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils typically make good progress and achieve well in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers provide intensive support for writing and individual help to correct mistakes.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well, are punctual, and ready to learn. Serious misbehaviour is rare.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Phonics taught consistently; reading is a priority.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support for struggling readers boosts confidence.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive behavior promoted, but a minority need reminders.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff provide good support for pupils with SEND, helping them make good academic and social progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils receive clear plans and effective teaching adaptations.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and pupils feel safe at school. Effective e-safety curriculum.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes pupils' physical and mental health well, creating a safe environment.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe, supported by staff when worried.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the guidance on supporting their children and are generally very positive about the school's support.
Parental Involvement: Staff inform parents well about their children's progress and how to support it further.
Extracurricular Activities: A very high proportion of pupils engage in activities such as caring for animals and participating in sports.
Outdoor Facilities: The school offers various outdoor facilities and activities including residential adventure weeks.
Extracurricular Activities: Diverse clubs like fencing and Braille foster new skills.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have high expectations and provide effective feedback to aid pupil progress.
Impact on Student Progress: Positive teacher-pupil relationships promote progress; students make use of challenging tasks.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Rigorous monitoring of teaching quality and feedback helps identify areas for improvement.
Teacher Engagement: Strong subject knowledge due to effective training.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Ensuring consistency in engaging all pupils in reasoning and problem-solving skills remains a challenge.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Lesson presentation is consistent, but knowledge checks need improvement.
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About Us
St Helen's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 213 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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 |
C
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | 25.8 | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 100 | 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 | 67% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.95% | 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 | Average |
| Writing | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.8 | 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 | 106 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 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 | 68% 14 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 10 | 11.98% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | 106 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 | 96 | 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 | 82% 4 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 1 | 11.72% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 95 | 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 | 86% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 11.43% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Helen's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1