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Vicarage Park CofE Primary School
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Vicarage Park CofE Primary School
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- Kendal LA9 5BP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritised with consistent phonics teaching; students read books matching their phonics knowledge
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils learn from an ambitious and inspiring curriculum that covers a broad range of subjects
Areas Needing Improvement: Some teachers do not use assessment strategies effectively in a few subjects leading to gaps in knowledge and vocabulary
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most pupils quickly learn to read; however, some do not read as fluently as necessary
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders provide effective help for those who need to catch up, including bespoke support for pupils with SEND
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and there is rarely poor behaviour; they play kindly and concentrate well in lessons
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers make appropriate adaptations ensuring pupils with SEND are fully supported to access the curriculum alongside peers
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: On rare occasions of bullying, staff deal with it promptly and effectively, ensuring a safe environment
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: A strong culture of safeguarding exists; staff receive regular training and follow clear procedures
Parent Feedback: Parents have generally positive feedback about the school, evidenced in responses to Ofsted Parent View
Parental Involvement: Parents' views are considered through Ofsted Parent View; the school ensures community involvement
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy various activities such as dance, sports, well-being, and art clubs, enhancing their leadership skills
Outdoor Facilities: The school provides engaging outdoor facilities during breaktimes and lunchtimes
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and appreciated for their workload and well-being support from leaders
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers ensure pupils can concentrate on learning by maintaining a calm and purposeful classroom atmosphere
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The governing body supports and challenges leaders equally, ensuring accurate understanding of needed improvements
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, teachers need better assessment strategies to identify pupils' learning progress
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About Us
Vicarage Park CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 99 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 47% 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 |
C-
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B-
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C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | 25.8 | 24.7 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | 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 | 102 | 89 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 92 | 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 | 47% | 53% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 7.38% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 99 7 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 6 | 93 | 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 | 43% 27 | 61.76% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 9 | 9.28% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -5.5 | 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 | 106 2 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 92 | 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% 1 | 55.61% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 16 | 8.1% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 86 | 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 | 71% | 52.75% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.05% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | Below 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 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Vicarage Park CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
