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St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School
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St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School
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- St. Nicholas at Wade CT7 0PY
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils develop reading skills effectively, especially phonics in early years.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders ensure a rich and ambitious curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: PSHE learning is not as well sequenced as other subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils read with increasing fluency and understanding.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff help pupils catch up when they fall behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, respect staff, and follow rules.
Support for SEND Pupils: Committed staff support pupils with SEND well.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not tolerated; staff act swiftly, ensuring pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff provide expert help; strong safeguarding culture.
Parent Feedback: Almost all parents are very positive about the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents are encouraged to discuss views in the 'parents鈥� forum'.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils are enthusiastic about clubs, trips, and learning musical instruments.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and supported by leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: New way of assessing progress helps pupils understand their learning better.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff receive high-quality training; the curriculum is well planned.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Governors do not challenge leaders sufficiently well.
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About Us
St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 213 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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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Welcome to Wade Church of England Primary School's St. Nicholas. At the edge of the Isle of Thanet, in the centre of the village of St. Nicholas at Wade, is our one-form entry school. At St. Nicholas, we have high standards for every student and strive to push and motivate each student to do things they never thought possible. We accomplish this by providing our students with a dynamic, engaging curriculum that inspires them to excel in all areas of study, including math, sports, English, music, and even gardening. No of their age or educational stage, every child is nurtured and encouraged in order to help them feel secure, content, and self-assured. Our Christian principles underlie everything we do and guide how we interact with guests, parents, school staff, and students alike. We appreciate you visiting our website. Make an appointment and come see us if you'd like to learn even more about who we are.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | - | 21.8 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 107 | 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 | 103 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 61% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.01% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 104 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 98 | 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% 9 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 4 | 11.56% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 104 3 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 98 | 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 | 82% 21 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 11 | 10.3% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 61% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 8.77% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
