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West Croft School
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- Bideford EX39 3DE
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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: Phonics teaching in early years and KS1 is effective, leading to confident readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum supports pupils academically and personally with well-structured experiences.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some KS2 pupils have gaps in their phonic knowledge and don't receive consistent support.
Performance in Maths & Reading: The curriculum for mathematics is well designed and taught. Pupils build on prior knowledge effectively.
Support for Falling Behind: Careful assessment ensures support for pupils who need to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, understand the importance of good manners, and staff handle behaviour issues appropriately.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff are knowledgeable and ambitious for pupils with SEND, setting and reviewing targets regularly.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff manage bullying well, and pupils feel safe. Effective safeguarding measures are in place.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff receive up-to-date training, and systems for reporting concerns are effective.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school's support and the engaging approach to learning.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel supported and appreciate considerations for workload and well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers address misconceptions quickly, supporting good progress in subjects like mathematics.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Assessment is inconsistent in identifying gaps in pupils' knowledge in some subjects.
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About Us
West Croft School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 521 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 23% 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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Greetings from our School. The community at West Croft School is one that values respect and is safe, vibrant, and inclusive. We will raise aspiring, resiliant, and lifelong learners together. We will motivate our kids to have fun, study, succeed, and realise their full potential. Greetings from West Croft School. Children are at the centre of all we do, and our staff is dedicated to encouraging a love of learning by offering diverse and interesting opportunities that allow kids to be imaginative, curious, joyful, kind, and autonomous. By collaborating in close relationship with parents and the community, we hope to improve every student's educational experience and give them the self-assurance to strive to be the best version of themselves. Make an appointment at the school office to visit West Croft and explore what it has to offer. Children have a right to safety and should be shielded from all types of abuse and neglect, according to our philosophy at West Croft School. It is preferable to assist youngsters as early as possible, before any problems worsen. When all pertinent agencies respond in unison, children and families are best supported and protected.
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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 | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.3 | - | 22 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 111 | 110 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 107 | 109 |
| 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 | 99 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 23% | 50.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.99% | 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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -7.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.2 | 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 | 102 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 90 | 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 | 49% 6 | 56.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 4 | 8.32% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 102 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 55% 3 | 58.22% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 5 | 8.83% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | 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 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 93 | 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 | 52% | 56.85% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.26% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.0 | Below 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 | 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at West Croft School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1