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St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School
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St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School
- Primary
- Bicester OX26 1BF
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Adopted a well-structured, regular approach to phonics; initial assessments indicate increased learning speed.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is exciting and incorporates various aspects of learning, leading to engagement.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils are not always given opportunities to practice new skills quickly enough.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Overall attainment was in line with or higher than the national average in English and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy coming to school, display high respect for each other, and are proud of their school.
Support for Falling Behind: Support needs to be more timely for pupils not working at age-related expectations.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs are well supported through planning, teaching, and additional adult support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe in school and know whom to talk to if they are worried. Safeguarding policy is up to date.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Reflective, inclusive, and positive attitude is a strength, contributing to improved attendance.
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about their child’s experience within the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved in their children’s learning through activities like 'stay and play' and recording ‘popcorn’ moments.
Extracurricular Activities: Increased training for staff, improved fitness for children, and greater participation in competitive events.
Outdoor Facilities: A good balance of resources supports sustained interest and progress inside and out.
Teacher Engagement: Clear routines and strong relationships between staff and children build trust and engagement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Feedback is generally consistent, helping pupils identify improvement areas.
Impact on Student Progress: Despite some pupils not being challenged enough, overall teaching quality and pupil progress have improved.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teaching sometimes lacks challenge for the most able pupils, leading to slower progress.
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St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 489 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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To complete our Early Years Foundation Stage Unit, our school will expand from a single form entry to a two form entry setting with a 60 place nursery. The architects of the new structure thought about how to house up to 420 children while preserving the intimate atmosphere of the smaller school. One of the most significant aspects of the new structure is a central hub, or the "heart-space," through which all school traffic will pass occasionally throughout the day. Small "break out" areas outside each group of classes contribute to the sense of family and belonging. The school's structure has an angelic appearance and faces the neighbourhood. We would like to believe that by welcoming the community it serves, our school is proclaiming that it is a place where kids are cherished and loved and where learning actually happens.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
B-
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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 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20 | 25.8 | 19.5 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 107 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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 | 69% | 54.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 8% | 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 | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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 | 101 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 5 | 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 | 55% 1 | 61.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.7% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | 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 | 102 4 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 4 | 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 | 56% 8 | 61.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 10% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | 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 | 98 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 97 | 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 | 48% | 59.54% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.89% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | Below Average |
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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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1