Shirley Community Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Nuffield Road Chesterton Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 1TF |
| Phone | 01223712252 |
| Reference Number | 110663 |
Shirley Community Primary School demonstrates a strong overall performance, achieving a good rating across all inspected areas. The school has established itself as a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils celebrate their diverse backgrounds and learn effectively. The curriculum is ambitious, focusing on early reading and writing, with staff well-trained to deliver the content, which supports students' academic growth, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Despite these strengths, there are areas for improvement, particularly regarding curriculum planning for some subjects and the clarity needed for pupils transitioning between key stages. These concerns have been noted for action to ensure that all students are fully prepared for their educational progression.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 344 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.38%
Girls: 52.62% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 43% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 28.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 20 | 43 |
| 2 | 24 | 25 | 49 |
| 3 | 16 | 34 | 50 |
| 4 | 30 | 27 | 57 |
| 5 | 31 | 23 | 54 |
| 6 | 21 | 35 | 56 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 43% |
| White, Other | 9.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 7% |
| Unclassified | 4.1% |
| Indian | 3.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 3.2% |
| African | 1.7% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.9% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
| Asian, Other | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Mar 2024 | School inspection: |
| 08 Mar 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Nov 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 12 Nov 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 04 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates differences.
- Strong focus on early reading and phonics.
- Pupils develop positive relationships and attitudes towards learning.
- Well-structured clubs catering to a variety of interests.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- High-quality training for staff enhancing teaching practices.
- Clear routines in early years fostering engagement.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment data by subject leaders.
- Lack of clarity in some curriculum areas affecting transition readiness.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 43% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 8% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 104 | ||
| Maths | 102 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.8 | ||
| Writing | -3.6 | ||
| Maths | -1 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 21 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 15 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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