Heckington St Andrew's Church of England School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Heckington St. Andrew's C of E Primary School Howell Road Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RX |
| Phone | 01529460633 |
| Reference Number | 120526 |
Heckington St. Andrew’s Church of England Primary School has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, moving from a 'requires improvement' rating to a 'good' overall effectiveness rating. The school provides a supportive and stimulating environment for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring that they can participate fully in school activities. The leadership team is dedicated to providing a high-quality education, which is reflected in the positive relationships between staff and pupils, and high engagement in learning activities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 158 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.1%
Girls: 51.9% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 31.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 18 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 12 | 22 |
| 2 | 9 | 9 | 18 |
| 3 | 12 | 16 | 28 |
| 4 | 22 | 10 | 32 |
| 5 | 7 | 16 | 23 |
| 6 | 11 | 10 | 21 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 91.8% |
| White, Other | 3.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 07 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Feb 2024 | School inspection: |
| 04 May 2023 | Monitoring visit |
| 01 Mar 2022 | School inspection: |
| 19 Jun 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 21 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Mar 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 21 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 23 May 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for behaviour and work among pupils
- Effective support systems for pupils with SEND
- Strong emphasis on literacy and reading across all year groups
- Well-planned curriculum tailored to early years needs
- Positive attitudes towards learning fostered in a calm environment
- Strong relationships between staff and students
- High pupil attendance and sense of safety
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment arrangements in a few foundation subjects need further development
- Some pupils lack a full understanding of fundamental British values
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 55% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
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 | 0.6 | ||
| Writing | 2.4 | ||
| Maths | -1.1 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Helpringham Primary Academy
Highgate, Helpringham, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 0RD |
2.4 miles |
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The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School
Church Lane, Kirkby-la-Thorpe, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 9NU |
2.91 miles |
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William Alvey School
Eastgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7EA |
4.58 miles |
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Church Lane Primary School & Nursery
Church Lane, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7DF |
4.79 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Heckington House School
Boston Road, East Heckington, Lincolnshire, PE20 3QF |
3.15 miles |
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Willow School
25 Jermyn Street, North Kesteven, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RU |
4.77 miles |
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Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy
Jermyn Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RS |
4.78 miles |
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Carre's Grammar School
Northgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7DD |
4.85 miles |
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Holton Sleaford Independent School
Westgate House, Westgate, Sleaford, NG34 7RJ |
4.87 miles |
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Sleaford Joint Sixth Form
Westholme House, Sleaford, NG34 7PS |
4.94 miles |
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St George's Academy
Westgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7PP |
4.95 miles |