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Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary Academy
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Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary Academy
- Primary
- Shipdham IP25 7LF
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Adults teach early reading, writing, and mathematics effectively, planning activities that grasp children's interests.
Success of the Curriculum: Teaching and pupils鈥� work are of good and improving quality across the curriculum. Pupils achieve well and leave Reception ready for Year 1.
Areas Needing Improvement: In mathematics, occasionally tasks are too hard, which slows progress. Teachers should ensure challenge is well planned.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers ensure that pupils develop and use their phonics skills confidently and understand basic mathematics knowledge.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers adapt activities for SEND pupils ensuring access to the full curriculum and achievement.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Almost all pupils behave well in lessons and show positive attitudes to learning. Bullying and acts of unkindness are rare.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers adapt activities for SEND pupils ensuring they access the full curriculum, achieve well and enjoy their learning.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying and acts of unkindness are rare; incidents are sorted out quickly. Safeguarding has the highest priority. Staff receive regular training and updates.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School's values contribute to a friendly, caring atmosphere and good behaviour. Staff are confident to identify and pass on concerns.
Parent Feedback: Some parents would like more information about what their children will learn; communication improvement needed.
Parental Involvement: School website provides information about what pupils learn each year but varies in quality. Leaders should improve communication.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a wide range of clubs and visits that add to what they learn in lessons.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and well-led, embracing opportunities for training and development.
Impact on Student Progress: Improvements in teaching are evident in the good and improving quality of pupils鈥� work.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Use of assessment in foundation subjects is underdeveloped; needs improvement to support planning without overloading teachers.
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About Us
Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 222 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 85% 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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All of the students at our school should succeed and strive to be the best versions of themselves. We want this school and all current and prospective students to serve as examples of the Christian ideals that guide everything we do. All kids should have the opportunity to shine at school, after school, and in their futures in a number of diverse ways. They should also have a sense of self and understand that they are enough just as they are. Additionally, we want our school to act as a beacon, illuminating the surrounding area and beyond. These principles were all taken directly from the Bible. In Matthew's gospel, Jesus instructs his followers.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 2-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 23.1 | 20.8 |
| Proficient Math | 110 | 105 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 105 | 105 |
| 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 | 110 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 93 | 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 | 85% | 46.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 26% | 3.88% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.2 | Well 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 | 101 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 58% 14 | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 4 | 6.78% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above 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 | 101 1 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 89 | 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 | 44% 4 | 51.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 5.5% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below 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 | 102 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 83 | 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 | 48% | 46.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.77% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
