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Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School
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Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Winchcombe GL54 5PZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is at the centre of the curriculum and staff teach the phonics programme with precision.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum has improved since the previous inspection and offers a wealth of opportunities to broaden pupils' understanding.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improvements to the curriculum in subjects like music and Spanish are newer and need time to embed.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils become skilled and confident readers; children in Reception Year display proficiency in counting and solving calculations.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff are determined that no pupil is left to fall behind when learning to read.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils need few reminders about how to behave, work hard in lessons, and cooperate well.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive a wide range of support and have their needs identified early.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school is a safe and harmonious place to learn. Staff are kind and patient, giving pupils confidence to talk about any worries.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Visits from the police help pupils learn how to behave online and treat others respectfully.
Parent Feedback: While a minority of parents would like better communication, most have a favourable view of the school.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and appreciate leaders' efforts to support their workload.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers assess what pupils understand regularly and accurately, presenting information clearly.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff demonstrate secure subject knowledge and adapt the curriculum effectively for pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some misconceptions are not identified or acted upon swiftly enough due to refining of checks on pupils' knowledge retention.
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About Us
Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 291 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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 hope you enjoy browsing these websites and get a good idea of some of the amazing learning possibilities we provide at Winchcombe Abbey C of E Primary School. We firmly believe that children's needs should be at the centre of everything we do, and we are justifiably proud of our kids and all they have accomplished. As a result, we want to work closely with you to make sure your child is happy in school and realises his or her full potential. At Winchcombe Abbey, we operate under the premise that education is very much a partnership between home and school. In addition to striving for academic success, we make a concerted effort to support the development of all the kids in our care into self-assured adults with lofty personal goals and a lifetime passion for learning. Our school was established on a solid Christian foundation of trust, caring, and respect for one another. All of our work and all of our values are grounded in our eight Core Values of Compassion, Courage, Respect, Responsibility, Humility, Forgiveness, Truth, and Fairness.
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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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| Ofset report | Good | Requires Improvement | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | 16.7 | - |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 107 | - |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 111 | - |
| 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 | 105 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 97 | 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 | 62% | 55.44% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.86% | 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 | 1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 | 104 3 | 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 | 57% 11 | 60.51% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 3 | 10.66% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.3 | 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 | 104 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 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 | 68% 5 | 59% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.75% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 103 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 94 | 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 | 63% | 56.63% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.31% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1