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Westmeads Community Infant School
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Westmeads Community Infant School
- Primary
- Canterbury CT5 1NA
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Well sequenced phonics programme but support for weakest readers needs precision.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum is broad but not well-organized; needs refinement to be coherently planned.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subject plans lack key knowledge, and assessment practices need clarity.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Math curriculum is well sequenced; reading is supported by a good phonics program.
Support for Falling Behind: Plans introduced to ensure consistent support for SEND pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Good behaviour; students share positive relationships with staff.
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision has improved; new coordinator ensures strong support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School is safe; bullying is rare. Effective staff intervention in conflicts.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High-quality training for staff; external professionals provide additional support.
Parent Feedback: Parents say school is safe; positive and trustworthy staff relationships.
Parental Involvement: Parents involved in community activities like beach litter picking and carnival preparation.
Extracurricular Activities: Range of clubs available, including dance club managed by pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: Activities like swimming lessons ensure safety and enrich pupil experience.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel supported and valued by leaders; workload managed effectively.
Impact on Student Progress: Weakest readers need more precise support for better progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Middle leaders need high-quality training for better curriculum planning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment practices need improvement; plans lack clarity in some subjects.
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Westmeads Community Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 143 students from age 5-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Take this chance to say hello and welcome to Westmeads. We are incredibly proud of our joyful school and its inclusive, caring culture. Westmeads is a creative and dynamic school that offers an engaging and well-balanced curriculum. It is located in the centre of the Whitstable community. The committed and diligent personnel at Westmeads collaborate to give your kid the finest care and education possible. We also participate actively in the Coastal Alliance Cooperative Trust and collaborate closely with parents and the larger Whitstable community. You can learn more about our school on this website, which also offers often updated information for both parents/caregivers and students. We sincerely hope you enjoy exploring our website and get a sense of how fantastic our school is. To locate what you're searching for, please use the search function on the homepage. Please take your time to look at both the "Class Pages" and the "Gallery," as these will provide you a wealth of information about what goes on at Westmeads. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly.
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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 |
D-
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-7 | 3-11 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17 | 25.8 | 22.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Westmeads Community Infant School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
