Reculver Church of England Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Hillborough Herne Bay Kent CT6 6TA |
| Phone | 01227375907 |
| Reference Number | 141216 |
Reculver Church of England Primary School continues to maintain the high standards established in its previous outstanding inspection in 2018. Under the leadership of headteacher Stella Collins, the school demonstrates an ambitious curriculum that effectively supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils are not only academically prepared but also display positive attitudes toward learning, contributing to a safe and happy school environment. Although the school has made effective strides since the last inspection, there are still challenges resulting from the impact of COVID-19, particularly in writing skills among older pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 455 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.97%
Girls: 47.03% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 21.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 | 32 | 60 |
| 2 | 23 | 37 | 60 |
| 3 | 32 | 26 | 58 |
| 4 | 47 | 37 | 84 |
| 5 | 29 | 28 | 57 |
| 6 | 47 | 28 | 75 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 93.8% |
| White, Other | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Nov 2024 | School inspection |
| 03 Jul 2018 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Teachers set high expectations for pupil behavior and engagement.
- Pupils demonstrate excellent conduct and manners.
- The school provides high-quality pastoral support.
- Pupils have a rich understanding of the national curriculum.
- Disadvantaged pupils achieve well due to effective teaching strategies.
- Pupils learn to write thoughtfully using rich and varied language.
- Strong mathematical knowledge among pupils with fluency in key number facts.
- Inclusive environment that supports all pupils, including those with SEND.
Areas for Improvement
- Some older pupils show inconsistency in writing, including spelling and punctuation errors due to historical teaching.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 59% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 7% |
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 | 103 |
Progress Scores
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| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.9 | ||
| Writing | 0.2 | ||
| Maths | -1.2 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 62 | 11 |
| Third Preference | 34 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
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Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Herne Bay Junior School
Kings Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5DA |
2 miles |
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Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Palmer Close, Herne, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7AH |
2 miles |
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Herne Bay Infant School
Stanley Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5SH |
2.01 miles |
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Herne Church of England Junior School
School Lane, Herne, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7AL |
2.09 miles |
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Hoath Primary School
School Lane, Hoath, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 4LA |
2.28 miles |
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Chislet Church of England Primary School
Church Lane, Chislet, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 4DU |
2.46 miles |
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Hampton Primary School
Fitzgerald Avenue, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8NB |
3.07 miles |
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Thornden Wood Primary School
Greenhill Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7RS |
3.24 miles |
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St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School
Down Barton Road, St Nicholas-At-Wade, Birchington, Kent, CT7 0PY |
3.33 miles |
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Water Meadows Primary School
Shaftesbury Road, Hersden, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 4HS |
3.66 miles |
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Sturry Church of England Primary School
Park View, Sturry, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 0NR |
4.71 miles |
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Fairlight Glen Independent Special School
Verona House, 45 Station Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5QQ |
2.37 miles |
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Herne Bay High School
Bullockstone Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7NS |
2.75 miles |
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Orion Spires
Bredlands Lane, Sturry, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 0HD |
3.97 miles |