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Yavneh Primary School
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Yavneh Primary School
- Primary
- Elstree and Borehamwood WD6 1HL
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics teaching is very effective, and pupils develop strong writing skills.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad, balanced, and integrated well with other subjects like history and geography.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure all teachers have equally high expectations for pupils鈥� presentation and handwriting quality.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve above the national average in reading, writing, mathematics, and science.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils receive support with adapted tasks to address their needs effectively.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well, are resilient, and work hard. There have been no reported incidents of bullying.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are expertly supported within their classrooms, making very good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: There have been no reported incidents of bullying, and pupils feel extremely safe in school.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff know pupils very well, and there are opportunities to talk to teachers daily. Pupils learn about respect and kindness.
Parent Feedback: Parents are highly supportive, with nearly all recommending the school.
Parental Involvement: Teachers keep parents well informed through regular 鈥榝ocus child鈥� meetings.
Extracurricular Activities: The curriculum includes high-quality music education and various extra-curricular activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive quality coaching and development to perform to the highest standard.
Impact on Student Progress: The quality of teaching is excellent in all subjects, leading to exceptional pupil progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some inconsistency in expectation regarding pupils' presentation and handwriting quality.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders ensure that the teaching staff is motivated, respected, and effective.
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About Us
Yavneh Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Orthodox Jewish school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 421 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 75% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our curriculum helps our students become confident and joyful learners because it is useful, meaningful, engaging, and entertaining. To achieve the greatest standards for everyone, we are committed to the highest standards and good early years practise. Yavneh Primary school is a modern orthodox Jewish Free School which sets out to provide a vibrant, inclusive environment where all of our children make progress and all can find an area in which they can shine. Our students will be taught the ethical and moral principles of Jewish tradition at Yavneh Primary, including good citizenship, voluntarism, reciprocal responsibility, and wholesome relationships. We will foster a love of Judaism, pride in Jewish identity and a commitment to the Jewish people and Israel as well as actively engaging with the wider community in order to build a sense of self that includes and attends to the wellbeing of others and prepares our children to play an active role within a contemporary British society. Children, parents, and carers are valued collaborators in all activities at Yavneh Primary School. You play a crucial role in assisting us in ensuring that learning is engaging for our kids every day, along with the staff and governors. Experienceing our services and facilities is the greatest way to learn about them. You will be able to understand Yavneh Primary School's unique ambiance and learning environment more thoroughly after visiting us.
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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 | 108 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 100 | 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 | 75% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 9.95% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | Above 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 | - | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 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 | - | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 11.98% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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 | - | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 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 | - | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 11.72% | 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 | - |
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 | - | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 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 | - | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 11.43% | 8.19% |
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| Subject | Progress score | Description |
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| Maths | - |
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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 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Yavneh Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
