State School
#32 in Best Primary Schools in Vale of White Horse
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
Work here? Update your school profile
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
- Primary
- East Hanney OX12 0JN
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| 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 | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Phonics is taught well, and children are well prepared for their transition to Year 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy a broad and balanced curriculum supported by extracurricular activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve teaching and learning in mathematics to increase confidence with complex problems.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils鈥� attainment is in line with or better than national averages at the end of key stage 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers follow the assessment policy well, quickly supporting pupils if they struggle in reading, writing, or mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are confident and well-behaved, showing respect and focus on learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities are supported well and make strong progress from their starting points.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils understand what bullying might be and are confident that staff will sort issues quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders have established a strong culture of safeguarding throughout the school.
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school and the way staff meet children's needs.
Parental Involvement: Parents often participate in exhibitions or performances showcasing pupils' learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy extensive extracurricular opportunities, including a wide range of sports.
Outdoor Facilities: Children were keen to show the inspector around different exciting areas, including the outdoor stage and mud kitchen.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and morale is high; they work together well as a cohesive team.
Impact on Student Progress: Leadership and effective support have led to improved teaching, curriculum, and pupils' outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders have an accurate understanding of teaching quality and support teachers appropriately.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The need to develop subject and middle leaders due to increased responsibilities as the school grows.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 207 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 65% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
All children will receive equal treatment, and we'll foster a culture of aspiration for everyone. possess a sense of community in local, multicultural, and international settings. "And do to others as you would have them do to you." (Luke 6:31). And let us not lose heart in doing good, for if we persevere, we will enjoy the benefits in due time (Galatians 6:9).
Read more
Gallery
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
|
C
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 4-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.7 | 24.9 | 23.1 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 100 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 103 | 104 |
| 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 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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 | 65% | 54.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 100 3 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 100 7 | 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 | 55% 20 | 61.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.7% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | 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 | 103 4 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 6 | 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 | 75% 37 | 61.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | 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 | 99 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 97 | 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 | 38% | 59.54% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.89% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | Below Average |
Best Schools 2025
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
