New Chapter Primary School

A good academy sponsor led school in Milton Keynes. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for New Chapter Primary School.

Milton Keynes, MK65EA Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

43

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
35.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 42.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
37.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 2.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
29 June 2022
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Chapter
Coffee Hall
Milton Keynes, MK65EA

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139057
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Chapter, Coffee Hall, Milton Keynes, MK6 5EA
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
INSPIRING FUTURES THROUGH LEARNING
Capacity
350 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
249
Free School Meals
49.0% (122 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.2% (3 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 103.0
2023 101.0 101.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

New Chapter Primary School
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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 101.0 101.0
2024 101.0 103.0

Overall Trend:

Improving trend (+1.0 per year)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
16 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
31
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
249 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.0 per year)

Up 1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning, Love and Laughter"

Learning, Love and Laughter Honesty Integrity Equality Tolerance Respect Responsibility Kindness

Secular; the school promotes a secular moral framework and inclusive education.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher John Billing describes New Chapter Primary School as aiming to enhance and enrich children’s lives through outstanding learning opportunities, a caring and happy atmosphere, holistic development, independent learning and a secular, values-driven ethos.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast/activities club before school (7:30am start), £4 per day, activities in the school hall.

Facilities

Two-storey building Extensive grounds Playing field Adventure playground Two all-weather playgrounds Well-stocked library Sports hall Dining room Medical room Administrative areas Restrooms including two accessible toilets

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Breakfast/activities club before school; starts at 7:30am; costs £4.00 per day; activities provided in the school hall.

Admissions Criteria

Admission numbers: 30 in EYFS, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4; 50 in Years 5 and 6. Catchment area: Coffee Hall, Leadenhall and Beanhill. Admissions criteria (in order): Looked After children or those who were looked after and immediately after were adopted; Children with a sibling still in attendance at New Chapter Primary School at the time of admission; Children who live in the defined area; Children living outside the defined area with a sibling still in attendance at the time of admission; Children living outside the defined area.

Financial Information

Lunch: two-course meals via Chartwells, online ordering via ParentPay, £2.00 per day (£10.00 per week); universal free school meals for all EYFS and KS1 pupils (no payment required); free meals for families receiving Income Support; meals must be ordered by Thursday midnight for the following week; payments securely stored. Breakfast club: £4.00 per day. Free School Meals eligibility can be checked via the Citizen Portal (cloudforedu).

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