Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Nayland Road Bures Suffolk CO8 5BX |
| Phone | 01787227446 |
| Reference Number | 124692 |
Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has transitioned from an 'Outstanding' grade to a current overall effectiveness rating of 'Good'. This inspection marks the first routine check since prior exemptions, highlighting the school's adaptability within the new inspection framework. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, exhibit positive behavior, and engage fully in their learning. However, challenges remain, particularly in curriculum clarity for some subjects, impacting the continuity of learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 186 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.46%
Girls: 50.54% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 14% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| 2 | 15 | 14 | 29 |
| 3 | 11 | 17 | 28 |
| 4 | 15 | 6 | 21 |
| 5 | 11 | 19 | 30 |
| 6 | 17 | 12 | 29 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 93.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.6% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| White, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 02 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 02 Feb 2023 | School inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 04 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Oct 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are proud and enjoy their school experience.
- High expectations are set for pupil behavior and learning.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Strong relationships and positive learning behaviors among pupils.
- Comprehensive early reading curriculum that promotes confidence in reading.
- Dedicated leadership and supportive governors.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum plans are unclear in a few subjects, affecting learning continuity.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 3% |
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 | 106 | ||
| 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 | -1.1 | ||
| Writing | 0.4 | ||
| Maths | -2.6 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 10 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 19 | 9 |
Previous Years
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4.02 miles |
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