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St James Church of England Primary School
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St James Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Northampton NN5 7AG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritized across the school with systematic learning from Reception. Maths curriculum is well organized allowing secure knowledge building.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have developed an effective curriculum in some subjects, ensuring what pupils need to know from Nursery through to the end of key stage 2.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects like PSHE, computing, and design technology are not yet fully clear on what pupils should learn and when.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Well-organized mathematics curriculum appreciates the help teachers provide to remember important facts.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff are quick to provide support when pupils fall behind in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in and out of class, concentrate well on learning, and bullying is not tolerated.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff adapt the curriculum well for pupils with emotional and special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). High-quality support ensures all pupils can access the curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not tolerated, and there is a culture of care ensuring pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders provide strong support to vulnerable pupils and their families, promoting welfare effectively.
Parent Feedback: Most parents are very pleased with the school's offerings and appreciate the staff's focus on pupils' well-being and education.
Parental Involvement: Parents described the school as 'like an extended family' going above and beyond to help pupils and families.
Extracurricular Activities: Opportunities to learn beyond the classroom include varied sports, 'eco club', and 'green fingers' gardening club.
Teacher Engagement: Staff adapt the curriculum well and provide high-quality support in lessons.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help students remember important facts and ask questions that support understanding.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers鈥� use of assessment needs to be sharper to identify gaps in pupils鈥� knowledge and inform subsequent learning.
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About Us
St James Church of England Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 446 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 42% 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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On the outskirts of Northampton, there is a warm, active, and diverse school called St. James Church of England Primary School. Within the Peterborough Diocese Academy Trust, we are a Church of England school (PDET). All of our work is based on Christian principles, with respect serving as the cornerstone. Due to the vast range of families we welcome, we have a fascinating multicultural mix of languages and religions. We place a high value on inclusion and are quite proud of our two specialised services. For kids who exhibit social and emotional difficulties and have thus struggled to develop successfully in a previous mainstream setting, our two units offer a safe environment. Our pastoral team is strong and serves families and kids with a variety of wellbeing and safety concerns. We offer wonderful facilities to support outdoor learning and sport in addition to our 14 classrooms, studio, hall, purpose-built Nursery, and library. There are various places around the school to contemplate and explore nature and the environment, as well as a brand-new outdoor learning area for our Reception students. Additionally, we have a sizable playing field, hard-surfaced sports fields, a trim trail, and an all-weather multi-use games area (astroturf) that are used both before and after school and throughout the school day. Please look around our website for more information, but don't just read about St. James; come experience it for yourself! To ask any questions or set up a visit, please call Laura, Emma, or Jo at our office at 01604 751475. Jo Prickett can also be reached at [email protected].
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A-
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B
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A
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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 | 20.1 | 16.7 | 22.2 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 101 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 99 | 103 |
| 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 | 101 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 42% | 56.44% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.44% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 94 | 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% 14 | 58.3% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 6 | 9.01% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above 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 | 103 2 | 89 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 5 | 90 | 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 | 58% 8 | 55.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 6 | 8.81% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 | 101 | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 90 | 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 | 50% | 52.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 6.76% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.0 | 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 James Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1