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Reculver Church of England Primary School
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Reculver Church of England Primary School
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- Canterbury CT6 6TA
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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: Teachers inspire pupils with excellent subject knowledge and challenging activities.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum effectively deepens understanding in a wide range of subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Boys' writing in Year 1 needs improvement to match the progress in reading and mathematics.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make excellent progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Precise assessment systems ensure targeted support for pupils who fall behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is exemplary with excellent attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEN/D make strong progress with tailored support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff vigilant in ensuring pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff prioritize personal development and welfare, creating an inclusive environment.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the effective changes and first-rate care their children receive.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are motivated and supported with relevant and individualized training.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' high expectations lead to substantial progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Teaching Staff Challenges: New staff are quickly supported to meet high standards.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Skilled use of assessment systems ensures consistent and challenging activities for all pupils.
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About Us
Reculver Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 455 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 27 : 1.
At this school, 51% 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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I extend a warm greeting to you on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors at Reculver Church of England Primary School.
You can get a decent sense of life in Reculver from our website, we hope.
Our kids are justifiably proud of their schools and their accomplishments, and we always raise the bar to make sure every kid gets the finest education possible.
We are quite pleased of the fact that this year's national test results placed us in the top 20% of all schools nationwide for the growth of our students during their time in primary school.
Our goal is to develop children's talents and skills while giving them the tools they need to realise their full potential as learners who are joyful, self-assured, resilient, and enthusiastic.
We are an accepting, inclusive school that recognises the value of working in cooperation with parents. We provide opportunities for children to actively participate in their own learning as well as parental involvement in their children's education.
We strive to give our students strong foundations for life by nourishing them academically and spiritually. This way, they will leave Reculver with a superb all-around education and a passion for learning.
We sincerely hope that you'll desire to join our school.
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You can get a decent sense of life in Reculver from our website, we hope.
Our kids are justifiably proud of their schools and their accomplishments, and we always raise the bar to make sure every kid gets the finest education possible.
We are quite pleased of the fact that this year's national test results placed us in the top 20% of all schools nationwide for the growth of our students during their time in primary school.
Our goal is to develop children's talents and skills while giving them the tools they need to realise their full potential as learners who are joyful, self-assured, resilient, and enthusiastic.
We are an accepting, inclusive school that recognises the value of working in cooperation with parents. We provide opportunities for children to actively participate in their own learning as well as parental involvement in their children's education.
We strive to give our students strong foundations for life by nourishing them academically and spiritually. This way, they will leave Reculver with a superb all-around education and a passion for learning.
We sincerely hope that you'll desire to join our school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
C+
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C+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 27.1 | 21.4 | 17 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 105 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 105 | 103 |
| 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 | 103 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 51% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.01% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 107 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 1 | 98 | 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 | 80% 6 | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 10 | 11.56% | 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 | 4.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | Above 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 | 107 3 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 5 | 98 | 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 | 86% 25 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 9 | 10.3% | 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 | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | Above 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 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 61% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 1% | 8.77% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.0 | Above 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 | 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
27 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Reculver Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1