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St John's Church of England Primary Academy
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St John's Church of England Primary Academy
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- Sandwell WS10 9AR
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders prioritised the development of English, including reading, mathematics, and science.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils build successfully on what they know year on year. Work in pupils鈥� books shows that they are making good progress.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leaders have not set out the learning or knowledge pupils should remember clearly enough in few subjects, like geography and history.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Leaders鈥� focus on reading is making a difference; children develop a love of reading quickly in Reception.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders check how well pupils are reading and put appropriate support in place if needed.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Teachers make sure that pupils follow the school rules but also support pupils who need help managing their behaviour.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders provide good care for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) but need to be more precise in their plans.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying does not worry students; they know that leaders will respond and take effective action.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught how to keep themselves safe and say they feel safe.
Parental Involvement: Pupils have opportunities to work with the local community and learn about other faiths and cultures, involving parents in celebrations like Holi.
Parent Feedback: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View and express their opinions on the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils value the activities staff provide, which include a range of sports clubs and trips.
Teacher Engagement: Recent changes to school leadership have brought energy and drive for further improvement. Staff feel valued and respected.
Impact on Student Progress: Adults' consistent approach to teaching literacy and numeracy prepares children well for Year 1.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders check the attendance of pupils and act quickly when needed.
Teaching Staff Challenges: There is variability in teachers鈥� subject knowledge across subjects, limiting some pupils鈥� progress.
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About Us
St John's Church of England Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 192 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 39% 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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a centre of excellence where students are given the opportunity to realise their full potential via their faith, relationships, and innovative curriculum. A- Ambition: Each of us possesses both perseverance and ambition. We are a big family at St. John's. To set goals and attain them, we have faith in one another and in God. At St. John's C of E Primary Academy we are enthusiastic learners with a thirst for knowledge and a desire to challenge ourselves, be able to persevere, respect one another, be polite, confident and considerate and believe in God and ourselves to achieve our goals. The staff and parents of St. John's C of E Primary Academy will collaborate to support the school's ethos and values. Parents will be welcomed and encouraged to get involved in school activities.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.2 | 23.5 | 23.4 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 99 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 101 | 105 |
| 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 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 39% | 53.75% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.99% | 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 | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 103 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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 | 63% | 61.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 4 | 9.34% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.0 | 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 | 101 9 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 | 100 | 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 | 63% 10 | 60.99% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 6 | 7.85% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 110 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 99 | 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 | 73% | 57.92% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 6.67% | 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 | 7.7 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 10.3 | Well Above 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St John's Church of England Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1