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St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
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St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Earl Shilton LE9 7AE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is taught well, and there's good access to modern fiction and classic literature.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum is interesting and well-matched, leading to good progress across key stages.
Areas Needing Improvement: Not all subjects are as well planned and delivered, affecting pupils' recall of knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment at the end of key stage 1 is above national average in reading and in line in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers are addressing any remaining gaps in pupils' learning with urgency.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are respectful, behave well in class and around the school, and enjoy coming to school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support with high-quality teaching ensures good progress for pupils with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff are thoroughly trained in safeguarding and deal well with unkindness.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Schemes and projects help pupils stay physically and emotionally healthy.
Parent Feedback: Parents feel the school is quickly improving due to better leadership.
Extracurricular Activities: 19 much-enjoyed clubs that develop interests and talents across a wide range of areas.
Teacher Engagement: High morale among staff; teachers feel well supported and treated fairly.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils are making good progress due to strong teaching.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders monitor teaching quality through book scrutinies, classroom visits, and pupil discussions.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Not all teachers challenge the most able pupils sufficiently.
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About Us
St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 160 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 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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At St Simon and St Jude CE Primary School we are committed to providing the best possible opportunities for learning and teaching whilst also providing appropriate welfare and pastoral care for all our children. We try to establish high standards of behaviour at all times and have high expectations for the accomplishments of our students. We aim to enrich our children's education and experiences by offering a wide range of extra opportunities. Along with offering a breakfast club, we offer a fantastic selection of after-school groups.
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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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C-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.2 | 18.2 | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 103 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 104 | 107 |
| 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 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 98 | 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% | 57.49% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.1% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 97 4 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 97 6 | 99 | 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 | 32% 8 | 63.64% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 10.73% | 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 | -7.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.3 | Well 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 5 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 7 | 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 | 40% 12 | 62.19% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 9.63% | 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 | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | 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 | 96 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 96 | 92 | 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 | 28% | 56.02% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.56% | 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 | -7.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.9 | Well Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 9th Jul 2025 - 24th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 8th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1