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St Nicholas Church School | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
St Nicholas Church School
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St Nicholas Church School
- Primary
- Radstock BA3 3QH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is central, staff are experts in teaching reading, aiding pupils at risk of falling behind.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum design improved with clear vision and sequencing, fostering consistent learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects lack clarity in required knowledge, leading to learning gaps.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Strong focus on number fluency; children in early stages match books to sounds they know.
Support for Falling Behind: Quick identification and support for pupils at risk of falling behind in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils polite, well-mannered, keen to please; school maintains calm, order.
Support for SEND Pupils: Bespoke learning and adaptations aid SEND pupils to thrive.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Trusted adults available, creating a safe environment for pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: PSHE curriculum promotes understanding of consent, personal space, safety online.
Parent Feedback: Parents reflect positively on school values and inclusivity.
Parental Involvement: Parents engaged through Ofsted Parent View feedback.
Extracurricular Activities: Rich opportunities include choir, chess, basketball, fostering talents.
Teacher Engagement: Staff relationships strong, quick pupil support indicating high engagement.
Impact on Student Progress: Clear curriculum, targeted support facilitate good student progress.
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About Us
St Nicholas Church School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 189 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 49% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
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C+
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.4 | 19.5 | 14.4 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 104 | 98 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 101 |
| 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 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 49% | 53.67% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.66% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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.
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.
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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 | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Nicholas Church School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1