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St James Church School
- Primary
- Somerset West and Taunton TA1 1XU
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: New resources and approaches introduced to help motivate pupils to read and enjoy reading. Teachers actively encourage reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Targeted teaching successfully addressed gaps in Year 6 knowledge and skills; approach being rolled out to other year groups.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistencies in key stage 1 writing activities; specific training organized to improve phonics and writing teaching.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Rapid progress for some pupils, including disadvantaged, in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils have 'passports' outlining learning barriers; additional help includes specific support programs and individual reading sessions.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Improved range of activities at lunchtime reduced behavior incidents; some pupils think behavior could further improve.
Support for SEND Pupils: Progress of SEND pupils is closely monitored; specific activities to enrich vocabulary are included.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective; staff receives appropriate training, and concerns are followed up quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure fitness for purpose of safeguarding; parents receive good advice from the school.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly positive; comments include 'The school is well run, and my child is happy.'
Parental Involvement: Parents are engaged through meetings and positive communication channels.
Extracurricular Activities: A range of physical activities supervised by sports coaches available at lunch to reduce behavior incidents.
Outdoor Facilities: Improved range of lunchtime physical activities under supervision.
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high due to strong support and feedback; staff engage in shared learning and observation.
Impact on Student Progress: High expectations and structured support have improved student outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff receive specific professional development guidance to address challenges and provide sufficient challenge for pupils.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Quality of teaching is consistently good with rigorous systems in place to check pupil progress.
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About Us
St James Church School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 498 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 22% 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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In order for them to experience life in all its fulness. JOHN 10:10. Our school is active and pleasant, with lots going on. This website seeks to introduce you to the institution while also regularly updating information for both parents and students. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover any information you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly. Since we are a church school, we collaborate closely with parents, students, teachers, administrators, governors, the Multi Academy Trust, and nearby churches to create a secure setting where every child is appreciated. We provide a loving and joyful community that upholds Christian principles and encourages the development of every child.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 51动漫 grade |
B
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C
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 2-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.8 | 22.3 | 29.9 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 99 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 100 | 103 | 105 |
| 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 | 99 | 90 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 92 | 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 | 22% | 48.88% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.42% | 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 | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 | 105 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 94 | 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 | 69% 19 | 57.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 9 | 9.22% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 103 2 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 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 | 50% 26 | 59.12% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 8 | 8.19% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 92 | 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 | 76% | 53.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.13% | 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 | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 5.3 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 4.2 | Well 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St James Church School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
