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St James' Church of England Academy
- Primary
- Kingston upon Hull HU7 6BD
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is taught well with outcomes above the national average.
Success of the Curriculum: Most pupils make good progress in English and mathematics and enjoy a rich, varied curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: Tasks need to provide greater challenge for the most able pupils.
Performance in Maths & Reading: A higher proportion than nationally achieved at the highest standards in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective, specialist support is provided for those falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� excellent behaviour reflects the school鈥檚 high expectations.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEN and/or disabilities make good progress due to effective support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The curriculum helps pupils understand how to keep themselves safe; recent visits from police address bullying and road safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The commitment to supporting pupils鈥� emotional wellbeing is exceptional.
Parent Feedback: Parents say the school is well-led, staff are caring and approachable.
Parental Involvement: Parents value the online communication system that keeps them informed about their children鈥檚 progress.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a range of extracurricular activities, including dodgeball, art, and music projects.
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor area provides many motivating activities for physical and fine motor skills development.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers create stimulating learning opportunities that capture pupils鈥� imagination.
Impact on Student Progress: Consistently good teaching leads to robust pupil outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on teaching quality focus improvements in key areas.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistent questioning sometimes slows progress for the most able pupils.
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About Us
St James' Church of England Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in East Riding of Yorkshire County, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 214 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 60% 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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At St. James CE Academy, we offer a top-notch education in a setting that promotes Christian values and beliefs and is secure, compassionate, useful, and stimulating for all students. Everyone in our school community is recognised and cherished equally. John 10:10 says, "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." By developing:, we hope to give everyone the self-assurance they need to be successful and reach their best potential in all facets of their lives (Be welcoming and inclusive to all Romans 15:7). Be the finest version of themselves Matthew 17:20. the capacity to weigh options, manage risks, and handle change and adversity. (Deuteronomy 31) Do the proper thing; be courageous and strong. the capacity to establish trusting connections with people they respect at home, at school, and in their community. (John 13:35) "Love one another as I have loved you all."
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | 14.3 | 24.3 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 103 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 103 | 106 |
| 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 | 102 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 97 | 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 | 60% | 56.68% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.97% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -3 | 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 | 105 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 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 | 73% 1 | 61.89% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 2 | 9.5% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 106 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 3 | 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 | 72% 3 | 61.95% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 4 | 8.71% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | 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 | 104 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 69% | 56.75% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 7.56% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | Above Average |
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20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St James' Church of England Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
