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Thomas Barnes Primary School
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Thomas Barnes Primary School
- Primary
- Wigginton and Hopwas B78 3AD
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Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils make outstanding progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics has risen year on year.
Areas Needing Improvement: Developing awareness of different cultures beyond the school.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make outstanding progress in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: No pupil is left behind due to dedicated and focused teaching.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is outstanding, showing sensitivity, respect, and enthusiasm for learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs achieve equally well with additional support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School's rigorous focus on safety and well-being makes it a happy, secure environment.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Excellent behaviour and strong community sense contribute to a safe environment.
Parent Feedback: The overwhelming majority of parents and carers hold the school in the highest regard.
Parental Involvement: Parents describe staff as very approachable and having high expectations.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate in an impressive range of sporting activities and competitions.
Outdoor Facilities: The school provides a variety of activities including orienteering, dance, zumba, and trampolining.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have risen to the challenge and vision set by the headteacher.
Impact on Student Progress: Sustained improvements in teaching have led to rapid progress and high levels of attainment.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers鈥� marking is positive and constructive but not completely consistent across the school.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Rigorous performance management and excellent training opportunities boost quality of teaching.
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About Us
Thomas Barnes Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 103 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 67% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The school is set in the beautiful village of Hopwas and is nestled between the Coventry Canal, Hopwas Woods and the picturesque banks of the River Tame. It serves students from Hopwas and the nearby communities who are between the ages of 4 and 11. The first school existed in the 1700s and got its name when an orphaned local kid named Thomas Barnes was discovered in a barn. He was brought up and educated by the local families before eventually relocating to London where he found success. Later, in thanks for the village's assistance, he went back to Hopwas and started the school. We belong to the "A journey of infinite potential" Tame Valley Co-operative Learning trust. The staff and volunteers at Thomas Barnes Primary School are expected to share the school's commitment to promoting and protecting the welfare of children. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Child Protection Policy which can be viewed by clicking on the 'Key Information' tab and then 'Policies'. When there are worries regarding a child's wellbeing, we may occasionally need to exchange information and collaborate with other agencies. We will ensure that our concerns about our pupils are discussed with his/her parents/carers first unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child's welfare. We vigorously support the government's Prevent Agenda to fight extremism and radicalization. Miss K. Allister and Mrs. L. Gaffiney are your deputy designated safeguarding leads.
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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 | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.7 | - | 20.5 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 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 | 105 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 67% | 57.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.8% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | Above 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 | 103 2 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 5 | 95 | 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 | 70% 3 | 61.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 13 | 9.38% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | 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 | 105 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 2 | 95 | 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% 4 | 62.07% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 8 | 8.87% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | 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 | 107 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 94 | 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 | 77% | 60.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 8.58% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thomas Barnes Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1