Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Combe St Nicholas Chard Somerset TA20 3NG |
| Phone | 0146063116 |
| Reference Number | 123828 |
Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School continues to perform well, maintaining its status as a good school. The school is characterized by a strong community presence and a distinct Christian ethos that enhances the learning environment. Pupils are engaged and generally exhibit positive attitudes towards their learning, benefiting from a broad and ambitious curriculum tailored to their needs, including those with SEND. The supportive relationships between staff and students contribute to a friendly atmosphere where pupils feel safe and supported.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 102 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.04%
Girls: 51.96% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 6 | 16 |
| 2 | 5 | 8 | 13 |
| 3 | 7 | 15 | 22 |
| 4 | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| 5 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| 6 | 5 | 5 | 10 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 92.2% |
| Unclassified | 2.9% |
| White, Other | 2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1% |
| White & Asian | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Sep 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Sep 2022 | School inspection |
| 09 May 2017 | Short inspection |
| 26 Sep 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Nov 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Oct 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Jun 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Ambitious and adaptable curriculum for all pupils.
- Strong emphasis on reading with a diverse literary canon.
- Well-supported pupils with SEND.
- Positive and respectful student interactions.
- Effective safeguarding arrangements.
Areas for Improvement
- Some staff have not received training for the phonics programme.
- Inconsistent clarity in presenting subject matter, leading to loss of focus.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 67% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 11% |
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 | 107 | ||
| Maths | 107 |
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 | -1.4 | ||
| Writing | 1.7 | ||
| Maths | -1 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 7 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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The Redstart Primary School
Redstart Road, The Redstart Primary School, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1SD |
1.67 miles |
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Chard School
Monmouth House, Fore Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QA |
2.15 miles |
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Manor Court Community Primary School
Duck Lane, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2ES |
2.24 miles |
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Buckland St Mary Church of England Primary School
Fairend Lane, Buckland St Mary, Chard, Somerset, TA20 3SJ |
2.36 miles |
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Avishayes Community Primary School
Fairway Rise, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1NS |
2.41 miles |
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Neroche Primary School
Broadway, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9RG |
3.01 miles |
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Ashill Community Primary School
School Road, Ashill, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9ND |
3.94 miles |
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Tatworth Primary School
School Lane, Tatworth, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2RX |
4.05 miles |
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Herne View Church of England Primary
Ditton Street, Ilminster, TA19 0BL |
4.1 miles |
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St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy
Chardstock, Axminster, St. Andrews C of E School, Axminster, Devon, EX13 7BJ |
4.41 miles |
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St Mary's & St Peter's Church School
Copse Lane, Ilton, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9EX |
4.92 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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3 Dimensions
Chardleigh House, Chardleigh Green, Wadeford, CHARD, Somerset, TA20 3AJ |
1.01 miles |
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Holyrood Academy
Zembard Lane, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1JL |
1.9 miles |
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Dillington House
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4.87 miles |