Ilsham Church of England Academy
| Type | Primary |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Ilsham Road Torquay Devon TQ1 2JQ |
| Phone | 01803292313 |
| Reference Number | 137304 |
Description
betaIlsham Church of England Academy is a primary school located in Ilsham, Torquay, Devon (UK), with the postcode TQ1 2JQ. Key facts about the school include:
- Designation: Church of England Academy, promoting a values-based education and a sense of community in line with Christian principles.
- distinctiveRE: Ilsham is part of a group of Devon schools known as distinctiveRE, which aims to enrich the education of young people by weaving the stories of faith and different worldviews into their learning.
- Performance: In the 2020/2021 academic year, 76% of pupils achieved the expected level or better in reading, writing, and maths, with high progress scores.
- Curriculum: The school offers a comprehensive Primary National Curriculum, adjusted to provide a balanced, engaging, and holistic education.
- Hours: Ilsham Church of England Academy operates from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with an earlier closing time of 2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.
- Environment: Nestled in serene Ilsham village, the academy prides itself on fostering an inclusive, caring, and safe environment, providing a strong foundation of both academic and personal skills.
The school also has a thriving Parents Association and prides itself on maintaining a strong relationship with its parent body, enhancing the education and personal development offered to students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 177 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.54%
Girls: 47.46% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 25.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 17 | 25 |
| 2 | 13 | 12 | 25 |
| 3 | 13 | 10 | 23 |
| 4 | 16 | 11 | 27 |
| 5 | 16 | 11 | 27 |
| 6 | 13 | 13 | 26 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 78% |
| White, Other | 7.3% |
| White & Asian | 4.5% |
| Unclassified | 3.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.7% |
| Indian | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| African | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Inspection Date | 2023-10-12 |
| Date | Description | Report |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-09-12 | School inspection | School inspection |
| 2018-04-18 | Short inspection | Short inspection |
| 2014-06-17 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2012-02-14 | Academy conversion letter | Academy conversion letter |
| Previously as Ilsham Church of England Primary School | ||
| 2011-01-07 | Interim assessment | Interim assessment |
| 2008-03-27 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2003-12-08 | Full inspection | Full inspection |
| 2011-01-07 | Interim assessment | Interim assessment |
| 2008-03-27 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2003-12-08 | Full inspection | Full inspection |
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 | 109 | Unlock | Unlock |
| Maths | 109 | Unlock | Unlock |
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 | 3.7 | Unlock | Unlock |
| Writing | 4.1 | Unlock | Unlock |
| Maths | 4.1 | Unlock | Unlock |
How many students meet the standards
Sample
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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.
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UnlockProgress 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.
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