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Wilden CofE VA Primary School
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Wilden CofE VA Primary School
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- Wilden MK44 2PB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: The school prioritises reading, starting in Nursery, with a well-established phonics programme.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has revised its curriculum, allowing pupils to make connections between subjects and remember knowledge easily.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers' expectations of the standard of pupils' written work are inconsistent, leading to variability in quality.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in national tests and assessments.
Support for Falling Behind: If pupils fall behind, staff help them catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils understand the school's high expectations of behaviour and are polite and respectful.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff accurately identify and track the progress of pupils with SEND, adapting learning to build on their capabilities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know they can get help from trusted adults if needed and are well-prepared for future educational stages.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school supports very positive behaviour through its mission 'Be Ready, Be Respectful, Be Safe'.
Parent Feedback: Inspectors spoke to parents at the school gate and gathered their views through Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: The school runs its own breakfast and after-school club, involving parents in these activities.
Extracurricular Activities: Trips and visitors broaden pupils' horizons and include activities like STEM club and trips to universities and London.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils benefit from meticulously planned outdoor learning activities that develop curiosity and cooperation.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have secure subject knowledge and use 'do now' activities to address misunderstandings quickly.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils recall and use what they have learned well, using subject-specific vocabulary accurately.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers do not have consistently high expectations of the standard of pupils' written work.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Subject leaders need to ensure the curriculum is implemented as intended, reducing variability in teaching quality.
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About Us
Wilden CofE VA Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 39 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 7 : 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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| 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 | 7.7 | 25.8 | 26.1 |
| Proficient Math | 96 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 100 | 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 | 96 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 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% | 51.06% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 2.33% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | 104 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 | 88 | 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% | 48.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.75% | 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 | -6.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.0 | 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 | - | 46 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 46 | 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 | - | 23.15% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 2.41% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 4th Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 19th 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 5th Nov 2024 - 18th 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
7 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wilden CofE VA Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
