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Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery
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Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery
- Primary
- Bury St Edmunds IP33 3JX
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Adults teach phonics accurately and with enthusiasm. Pupils read books that interest them.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders are designing an ambitious curriculum for all pupils from Reception through to Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some areas of the curriculum, the granular detail of what pupils should learn is not as clear.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils remember what they have been taught in computing, mathematics, and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Strategies are put in place quickly so that pupils with disrupted education experience success.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Routines are important and understood, shaping pupils鈥� conduct. Pupils get along with each other and with adults.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND get the right support to achieve well, including the use of sign language in lessons.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know what bullying is and say adults help them if they have any concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff receive appropriate safeguarding training and are diligent. Pupils are alert to risks when working or socializing online.
Parent Feedback: Parents express their appreciation of the work of school staff, including during periods of national lockdown.
Parental Involvement: Parents commented on staff鈥檚 calm, patient approach with pupils. Many staff share a high opinion of their school.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers across the school like to read, and their enthusiasm rubs off on many pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils remember what they have been taught, and their work typically is of a good quality.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers accurately assess how well pupils have grasped key knowledge.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some curriculum areas, teachers need clearer guidance about what to teach.
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About Us
Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 301 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 37% 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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The Westgate C.P. School and Nursery is located next to the hospital in Bury St. Edmunds, a charming and historic town in the very centre of Suffolk.
Children who graduate at the end of Year 6 typically transfer to King Edward VI School, also in the heart of Bury St. Edmunds.
We also have the honour of housing a Hearing Impaired Unit, which gives all kids the chance to practise learning sign language.
The mainstream class of each kid in the Hearing Impaired Unit is fully integrated.
As a dedicated member of the community, Westgate C.P. School and Nursery seeks to support our kids and families in various ways.
Along with our team of teachers, we also employ a sizable number of support personnel. Among other things, we provide children with extensive speech and language support and employ an ELSA specialist who has received special training.
We have a committed employee that works with families to provide support and serve as a liaison to other organisations.
For further information, please visit our pastoral care website, as well as our SEND and S&L pages.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would want to schedule a visit to the school to see it for yourself.
My name is Jenny Cockett, and I would like to introduce myself as the headteacher of Westgate C.P. School and Nursery. I joined the school in April 2018 as a seasoned headmaster with 18 years of experience, the majority of which were spent in Suffolk.
Parents and carers are always welcome in the school and are encouraged to participate in their children's education.
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Children who graduate at the end of Year 6 typically transfer to King Edward VI School, also in the heart of Bury St. Edmunds.
We also have the honour of housing a Hearing Impaired Unit, which gives all kids the chance to practise learning sign language.
The mainstream class of each kid in the Hearing Impaired Unit is fully integrated.
As a dedicated member of the community, Westgate C.P. School and Nursery seeks to support our kids and families in various ways.
Along with our team of teachers, we also employ a sizable number of support personnel. Among other things, we provide children with extensive speech and language support and employ an ELSA specialist who has received special training.
We have a committed employee that works with families to provide support and serve as a liaison to other organisations.
For further information, please visit our pastoral care website, as well as our SEND and S&L pages.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would want to schedule a visit to the school to see it for yourself.
My name is Jenny Cockett, and I would like to introduce myself as the headteacher of Westgate C.P. School and Nursery. I joined the school in April 2018 as a seasoned headmaster with 18 years of experience, the majority of which were spent in Suffolk.
Parents and carers are always welcome in the school and are encouraged to participate in their children's education.
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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-
|
C
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | 25.8 | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 100 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 96 | 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 | 37% | 51.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.06% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 2 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 1 | 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 | 41% 7 | 58.41% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 2 | 8.08% | 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 | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.6 | 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 | 100 2 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 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 | 34% 23 | 55.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 3 | 7.89% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -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 | 86 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 87 | 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 | 57% | 50.1% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 7.24% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.7 | Below 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery
Local authority ratio 18 : 1