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Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- Primary
- Symondsbury DT6 6HD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading books match the letters and sounds children are learning, contributing to a good grasp of phonics and writing.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have prioritised reading and provided extra support which is effective, helping pupils catch up and achieve more.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some curriculum areas need further development to ensure pupils develop a deep understanding in subjects like history.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are achieving more than they have previously; targeted support helps them succeed in mathematics and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra support is effectively in place for pupils in danger of falling behind, particularly in reading and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff have high expectations of pupil behavior, leading to very few incidents of poor behavior; pupils are always polite.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive strong support and achieve well, benefiting from external advice to improve curriculum plans.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare but adults always help; staff show utmost care, making pupils feel happy and safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with proper checks and staff training ensuring pupil safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the support they and their families receive from the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents actively share information about their child's development, contributing to shaping the curriculum.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of clubs and events such as cross country, choir, and community opera involve pupils, staff, and parents.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use questioning effectively to test pupils' understanding, which helps them succeed.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective support and focused teaching result in pupils knowing more and doing more, especially in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders check how well pupils are learning and ensure appropriate training for further development.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Tasks not meeting pupils' needs can lead to loss of interest in learning; improvement is necessary.
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About Us
Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 104 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 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 | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16 | 25.8 | 14.8 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 96 | 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 | 67% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 8.08% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 94 | 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 | 54% 13 | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 23% 17 | 10.32% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | 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 6 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 94 | 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 | 67% | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 2 | 7.71% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 90 | 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 | 67% | 51.38% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 5.79% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -6.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | 2.4 | Above Average |
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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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1