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Upton St James CofE Primary School
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Upton St James CofE Primary School
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- Torbay TQ1 4AZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Access to services by young children and families | Good |
| Previous inspection | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
| This inspection | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Outcomes for learners | Good |
| Early Years | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of curriculum | Good |
| Pupils鈥� welfare, health and safety | Good |
| Overall experiences and progress of children and young people in the boarding provision | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Success of the Curriculum: Engaging lessons foster academic, social, and emotional development.
Foundational Skills: Phonics strategy needs improvement to better support early reading, especially for disadvantaged pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Phonics teaching inconsistencies hinder early reading development.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Strong outcomes in maths and reading; writing standards need improvement for boys.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit positive behaviour and attitudes.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective tracking but variable assessment approaches in phonics.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support systems in place but phonics provision needs more consistency.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong safeguarding measures and rare instances of bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective collaboration with external agencies ensures pupil safety.
Parent Feedback: 100% of parents recommend the school, citing high satisfaction.
Parental Involvement: Parents recognize school strengths; proactive community involvement.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers deliver well-planned lessons that challenge and engage pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: High expectations and rigorous tracking improve teaching quality.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Accurate assessments guide effective teaching strategies.
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About Us
Upton St James CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Devon, South West.
It has 98 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 33% 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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For more than a century, our school has served the local community.
We are extremely proud of our school, which has been referred to as a "beacon of hope" for local families.
The children's rights, as outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, define our core values as a rights-respecting school and are summed up in Jesus' second commandment: "Treat others as you would want to be treated."
Our performance statistics, which over the last five years has exceeded national expectations in several areas and ranks us one of the top performing schools in Torbay, reflects our conviction that children learn best when their rights, emotional needs, and social needs are prioritised.
Our small school, which can hold a maximum of 105 students, is one of its strengths.
It means we are able to develop each kid's learning in a joyful, secure, and rights-respecting environment because we are familiar with each child.
Students have the tools they need to succeed.
They are well-prepared academically, socially, and emotionally for the next level of their schooling.
They claim that bullying is quite uncommon at the school.
The school received an excellent rating during our most recent Church schools inspection (in September 2019).
In this inclusive family school, everyone is supported and welcomed.
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We are extremely proud of our school, which has been referred to as a "beacon of hope" for local families.
The children's rights, as outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, define our core values as a rights-respecting school and are summed up in Jesus' second commandment: "Treat others as you would want to be treated."
Our performance statistics, which over the last five years has exceeded national expectations in several areas and ranks us one of the top performing schools in Torbay, reflects our conviction that children learn best when their rights, emotional needs, and social needs are prioritised.
Our small school, which can hold a maximum of 105 students, is one of its strengths.
It means we are able to develop each kid's learning in a joyful, secure, and rights-respecting environment because we are familiar with each child.
Students have the tools they need to succeed.
They are well-prepared academically, socially, and emotionally for the next level of their schooling.
They claim that bullying is quite uncommon at the school.
The school received an excellent rating during our most recent Church schools inspection (in September 2019).
In this inclusive family school, everyone is supported and welcomed.
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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-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 24.4 | 25.8 |
| Proficient Math | 97 | 105 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 105 | 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 | 97 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 33% | 53.06% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -7.2 | Well 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 | 106 2 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 1 | 101 | 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% 5 | 64.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 8.93% | 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 | 4.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 111 5 | 104 | 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 | 82% 5 | 59.93% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.37% | 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 | 9.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 6.3 | Well 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 | 109 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 116 | 96 | 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 | 87% | 54.11% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.74% | 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 | 12.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.8 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 5.6 | Well Above 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Upton St James CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1