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St Peter's School
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- St Albans AL1 1HL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Clear vision and high expectations support foundational skills development
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils flourish and achieve well, showing improved understanding in subjects like maths
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent presentation of work and repeated spelling mistakes among pupils need addressing
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in maths was higher than the national average in 2017; writing progress needs improvement
Support for Falling Behind: Targeted support and clear next steps help pupils improve their creativity and confidence
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils feel safe, behave well, and speak confidently; no bullying reported
Support for SEND Pupils: Specific class interventions and learning ladders support SEND pupils effectively
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong sense of community with effective anti-bullying measures; pupils taught to be safe online
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Clear procedures and thorough training ensure vigilant staff and pupil safety
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly supportive; appreciate school's openness and cooperation
Parental Involvement: Positive feedback about school community and solid educational foundation
Extracurricular Activities: Range of activities available before, during, and after school; widely appreciated by pupils
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high; teachers collaborate to improve teaching quality
Impact on Student Progress: Effective use of external advice and targeted support enhance pupils' progress
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular monitoring and strategic overview by governors maintain teaching quality
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistent high expectations and unchallenging tasks in some classes affect progress
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About Us
St Peter's School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 350 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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You are cordially invited to St. Peter's School. We are a joyful, nurturing institution where both kids and adults can enjoy learning. The committed staff at St. Peter's works hard to make sure that every child is a contented and successful student. All of our youngsters are the subject of our high expectations. Our goal is for children to develop into the strongest individuals possible who are emotionally strong, self-assured, and lifelong learners. This is encouraged by our engaging curriculum, which is created to inspire and challenge each of our students. We collaborate closely with parents and carers to create strong bonds that will aid kids in their educational path. The experiences we offer the kids at St. Peter's are briefly described on this page. In light of this, we cordially invite you and your kids to come see for yourselves how dynamic our school is.
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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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B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.5 | - | 18 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 111 |
| 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 | 105 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 48% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 9.95% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 | 108 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 85% 8 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 26% 9 | 11.98% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 108 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 2 | 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 | 77% 4 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 1 | 11.72% | 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 | 3.8 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | Above 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 | 108 | 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 | 81% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 11.43% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Peter's School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1