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St James and St John CofE Primary School
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St James and St John CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Radclive-cum-Chackmore MK18 5JE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school teaches pupils to read very well, leading to high achievement in reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Staff deliver the curriculum with expertise, resulting in positive attitudes and focus.
Areas Needing Improvement: Staff do not always check regularly enough what pupils remember in a few subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: High achievement in reading, especially in the phonics test at the end of Year 1.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who need extra practice in phonics receive it to keep up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, enjoy learning, and feel safe and well cared for.
Support for SEND Pupils: Precise and useful targets for pupils with SEND; they are achieving well.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Clear routines help pupils know how to behave and manage their own behaviour.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school provides effective help to overcome barriers to regular attendance.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views are considered via Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: The school benefits from a positive relationship with its community.
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About Us
St James and St John CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 151 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 33% 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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Since it is a Church of England primary school, all of its policies and practises are based on Christian principles.
Each kid will receive the finest education and experience possible based on their unique requirements, skills, and preferences, according to the commitment of the governors, staff, and parents.
Mission Statement: Within a framework of Christian values and community support, we will make sure that every child receives an education that is both stimulating and challenging, enabling them to reach their full potential and preparing them for the challenges of the twenty-first century as well as a journey of lifelong learning.
The school's objectives are to: recognise and nurture each child's special abilities so that they can reach their greatest potential in a Christian environment that is encouraging;
Every child will be inspired to strive for excellence in all facets of school life in order to achieve their full potential.
Primary Values Friendship, forgiveness, respect, honesty, candour, perseverance, and hope comprise our basic principles. 'As you would have others do unto you, so be it unto you.' (\sLuke 6:31) Six key ideals guide St James & St John Church of England School.
At St. James & St. John, our core values guide all we do, and we thoroughly examine these beliefs.
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Each kid will receive the finest education and experience possible based on their unique requirements, skills, and preferences, according to the commitment of the governors, staff, and parents.
Mission Statement: Within a framework of Christian values and community support, we will make sure that every child receives an education that is both stimulating and challenging, enabling them to reach their full potential and preparing them for the challenges of the twenty-first century as well as a journey of lifelong learning.
The school's objectives are to: recognise and nurture each child's special abilities so that they can reach their greatest potential in a Christian environment that is encouraging;
Every child will be inspired to strive for excellence in all facets of school life in order to achieve their full potential.
Primary Values Friendship, forgiveness, respect, honesty, candour, perseverance, and hope comprise our basic principles. 'As you would have others do unto you, so be it unto you.' (\sLuke 6:31) Six key ideals guide St James & St John Church of England School.
At St. James & St. John, our core values guide all we do, and we thoroughly examine these beliefs.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.6 | 25.8 | 17.6 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 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 | 104 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 99 | 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 | 33% | 57.12% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 10.52% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -6.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | 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 | 104 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 98 | 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 | 62% 19 | 62.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 2 | 10.86% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | 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 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 | 98 | 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 | 81% 14 | 60.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 9 | 10.25% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 107 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 94 | 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 | 67% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 8.5% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 1.6 | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St James and St John CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1