Bredhurst Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | The Street Bredhurst Gillingham Kent ME7 3JY |
| Phone | 01634231271 |
| Reference Number | 118619 |
Bredhurst Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has been assessed as 'Good' overall, with notable strengths in behaviour, attitudes, and personal development, both rated as 'Outstanding.' This marks the first routine inspection for the school since the COVID-19 pandemic, and it reflects changes since its last inspection 13 years ago, which was rated 'Outstanding' under a different framework. Pupils exhibit positive attitudes, feel safe, and demonstrate strong respect and inclusivity, while academic achievement remains a priority with high expectations for all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 141 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.65%
Girls: 50.35% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 31 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 12 | 20 |
| 2 | 10 | 11 | 21 |
| 3 | 8 | 12 | 20 |
| 4 | 14 | 6 | 20 |
| 5 | 6 | 13 | 19 |
| 6 | 14 | 7 | 21 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 83.7% |
| Indian | 2.8% |
| Unclassified | 2.8% |
| White, Other | 1.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| African | 1.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.4% |
| Caribbean | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Jan 2024 | School inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 24 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High ambitions for all pupils.
- Exceptional behaviours and positive attitudes among students.
- Effective early identification and support for pupils with SEND.
- Strong reading outcomes and a comprehensive reading program.
- A well-sequenced and engaging curriculum in key subjects.
- Active community involvement and strong understanding of citizenship.
- Supportive and respectful relationships between staff and pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum refinement needed in a few foundation subjects.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 90% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 24% |
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 | 111 | ||
| Maths | 109 |
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 | 7 | ||
| Writing | 1.9 | ||
| Maths | 6.6 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 22 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 10 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 44 | 17 |
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