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William de Yaxley Church of England Academy
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William de Yaxley Church of England Academy
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- Yaxley PE7 3JL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders prioritize reading; pupils are supported to become fluent readers
Success of the Curriculum: Sharp focus on delivering broad and ambitious curriculum
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, pupils have too few opportunities to practice and apply learned knowledge
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers check understanding and provide feedback
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils at early stages of reading are supported well to catch up
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and develop a positive attitude towards school
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included in the life of the school
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Well-trained adults support emotional well-being; effective safeguarding arrangements
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn how to keep safe online and use money appropriately
Parent Feedback: 55 responses to Ofsted Parent View considered
Parental Involvement: Parents can give their opinion on Ofsted Parent View
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of sports clubs are well attended
Teacher Engagement: Staff appreciate the coaching and training they receive
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use curriculum plans precisely to ensure key knowledge is learned well
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders support staff with a range of expertise in the trust
Teaching Staff Challenges: Improvements needed in some teachers' subject knowledge to enhance curriculum teaching
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About Us
William de Yaxley Church of England Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cambridgeshire, East of England.
It has 212 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 66% 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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I am delighted to introduce you to our school's website which I hope will give you a brief insight of our aims and ethos. We believe in nourishing the full child and view each of our kids as an individual. We strive to fulfil not just their academic potential but their personal, spiritual, social, moral and cultural development through an exciting and stimulating environment. We offer a broad, balanced, rigorous, and current curriculum. It is designed to develop not only each child's full academic potential but also to help them to develop as well rounded individuals that show care, compassion and respect to everyone in our school, local, national and global community. We offer engaging learning settings with ample resources and demand the highest standards of behaviour and performance from each of our students. As the school day comes to an end, the curriculum does not. We have opportunities for the children to participate in a range of clubs run by the teachers who volunteer their time generously and also a thriving before and after school childcare club. I hope you share my conviction that working together, we can accomplish our educational goals for our kids. I am aware that praise, encouragement, and challenge are the ideal learning environments for kids. I cannot stress the importance of pastoral care at school and support from home to a young child's confidence and security. Growing self-esteem enables our young people to display tolerance, confidence, and respect while also accepting responsibilities. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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C+
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 5-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.8 | 20.6 | 20.7 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 99 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 105 | 102 |
| 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 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 99 | 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 | 66% | 55.17% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 7.26% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 101 1 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 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 | 48% 9 | 56.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.65% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.6 | 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 1 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 91 | 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 | 39% 4 | 55.39% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.2 | 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 | 99 | 88 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 89 | 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 | 43% | 52.18% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 7.72% | 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 | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.7 | Well 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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at William de Yaxley Church of England Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
