About St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

St. Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School aims to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum with an emphasis on outdoor learning, sport, the arts and performance. We have a wonderful nurturing ethos and aim to support the needs of all children. Our pupils enjoy their topic-based learning which links to local topics such as festivals and carnival.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Piers Ranger

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.3
Teaching Quality 4.7
Communication 4.7
Student Wellbeing 4.3
Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
22.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
10.3
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

48.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths
Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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Emily J Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 1, 2022
5.0

"Wonderful School Experience"

My kids have settled in so well at St Benedict's. They love the topic-based learning and the outdoor activities are fantastic. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and the school's values of kindness and resilience really shine through.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Ryan B Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 1, 2022
4.0

"A Great Start"

We've been impressed with the way the school has settled our child in and made them feel part of the community. The curriculum looks really engaging and we love the emphasis on arts and performance. We're looking forward to seeing our child grow and develop at St Benedict's.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Liz P Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 1, 2022
5.0

"Excellent Education"

My children had a wonderful time at St Benedict's and we were so happy with the education they received. The teachers were supportive and encouraging, and the school's values of community, kindness, and resilience really made a difference to our children's lives.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
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Sarah K Unconfirmed
Parent Jan 1, 2022
3.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We're still getting used to the school's layout and finding our way around, but the staff have been really helpful and supportive. We love the emphasis on outdoor learning and the topic-based curriculum, but we're not sure about the parking situation yet.
Safety & Wellbeing 3/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 3/5

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