R A Butler Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | South Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3DG |
| Reference Number | 136325 |
R A Butler Infant School demonstrates a strong performance overall, showing significant improvement since its last inspection. Students experience a nurturing and inclusive environment where they thrive academically and socially. The school effectively prioritizes reading and personal development, resulting in a strong ethos of learning and high levels of student engagement. The partnership between staff, students, and families is commendable, fostering trust and support within the community. As this is the first inspection since the COVID-19 pandemic, the school has successfully navigated these challenges while maintaining high educational standards.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 271 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.51%
Girls: 46.49% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 15.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 | 43 | 90 |
| 2 | 53 | 38 | 91 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 84.1% |
| White, Other | 6.3% |
| White & Asian | 2.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% |
| Asian, Other | 1.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| African | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Nov 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Nov 2024 | School inspection |
| 07 Mar 2019 | Short inspection |
| 29 Apr 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 11 Dec 2007 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as R A Butler Infant School | |
| 11 Dec 2007 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Extremely happy and engaged pupils who thrive in their learning environment.
- Ambitious curriculum leading to high achievement across subjects.
- Exceptional phonics program taught by well-trained staff.
- Inclusive support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
- Strong emphasis on personal development and teaching equality.
- High pupil attendance and swift action on any dips.
- Positive relationships between pupils, staff, and families.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 54 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 17 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
R A Butler Junior School
South Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3DG |
0 miles |
|
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden
South Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3DW |
0.12 miles |
|
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Castle Street, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1BQ |
0.48 miles |
|
Katherine Semar Infant School
Ross Close, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4DU |
0.72 miles |
|
Katherine Semar Junior School
Ross Close, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4DU |
0.74 miles |
|
Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy
High Street, Debden, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3LE |
3.04 miles |
|
Newport Primary School
Frambury Lane, Newport, Essex, CB11 3PU |
3.19 miles |
|
Wimbish Primary Academy
Tye Green, Wimbish, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 2XE |
3.53 miles |
|
Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy
School Street, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1NN |
3.69 miles |
|
Ashdon Primary School
Bartlow Road, Ashdon, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 2HB |
3.82 miles |
|
Radwinter Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Water Lane, Radwinter, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 2TX |
4.07 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Saffron Walden County High School
Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4UH |
0.61 miles |
|
Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport
Bury Water Lane, Newport, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3TR |
2.63 miles |