Francis Baily Primary School

A requires improvement academy converter school in West Berkshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Francis Baily Primary School.

Thatcham, RG194GG Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

39

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
34.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 41.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
35.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 1.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
7 November 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Skillman Drive
Thatcham, RG194GG
Phone
1635862188
Website
francisbaily.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
147273
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Skillman Drive, Thatcham, RG19 4GG
Website
http://www.francisbaily.co.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
567 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
534
Free School Meals
17.0% (91 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.4% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
41.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
1.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
102.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
14.1 (3.4 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 103.0
2023 105.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
67
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
534 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-3.0 per year)

Down -3.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Improving Every Day"

Resilience Aspiration Respect Curiosity Courage Collaboration

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Francis Baily Primary School. We are a busy but friendly school focused on achieving high standards in an inclusive, nurturing environment. For queries, please contact the school.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Drama Club BAILY'S COMETS: Breakfast & After School Clubs

Facilities

Foundation Stage inside Foundation Stage outside Year 1 inside Year 1 & 2 playground Year 2 inside Year 3 & 4 inside Year 3 & 4 classroom Year 3 & 4 playground Main Hall Library Nurture Room Year 5 & 6 Sensory Garden White Hall/Dinner Hall Remote Learning

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum Intent Statement & Principles Curriculum Overview Phonics - Read Write Inc Reading English EAL Homework Remote Education PSHE and RSE

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club opens at 7:30am and is held in the Main School with breakfast provided; After School Clubs run from 3:15–6:00pm daily with a snack provided; Lower Club is for Foundation to Year 1 and Upper Club for Years 2–6; payments are monthly in advance and childcare vouchers are accepted; occasional single or drop‑in sessions may be available.

Admissions Criteria

When applications exceed the number of places available, the following categories of over-subscription criteria are used: Children with Statements of Special Educational Needs; Vulnerable pupils; Catchment area pupils; Siblings; Linked partner school pupils; Denominational/Non-denominational requests; Strong social grounds; All other applicants.

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