Rowlands Castle St John's Church of England Controlled Primary School
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
206
AGES
4 - 11
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Voluntary controlled school
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The concentration of pupils shows likelihood of admission based on distance criteria

Source: All attending pupils National School Census Data, ONS
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This School Guide heat map has been plotted using official pupil data taken from the last School Census collected by the Department for Education. It is a visualisation of where pupils lived at the time of the annual School Census.

Our heat maps use groups of postcodes, not individual postcodes, and have naturally soft edges. All pupils are included in the mapping (i.e. children with siblings already at the school, high priority pupils and selective and/or religious admissions) but we may have removed statistical ‘outliers’ with more remote postcodes that do not reflect majority admissions.

For some schools, the heat map may be a useful indicator of the catchment area but our heat maps are not the same as catchment area maps. Catchment area maps, published by the school or local authority, are based on geographical admissions criteria and show actual cut-off distances and pre-defined catchment areas for a single admission year.

This information is provided as a guide only. The criteria in which schools use to allocate places in the event that they are oversubscribed can and do vary between schools and over time. These criteria can include distance from the school and sometimes specific catchment areas but can also include, amongst others, priority for siblings, children of a particular faith or specific feeder schools. Living in an area where children have previously attended a school does not guarantee admission to the school in future years. Always check with the school’s own admission authority for the current admission arrangements.

3 steps to help parents gather catchment information for a school:

  1. Look at our school catchment area guide for more information on heat maps. They give a useful indicator of the general areas that admit pupils to the school. This visualisation is based on all attending pupils present at the time of the annual School Census.
  2. Use the link to the Local Authority Contact (above) to find catchment area information based on a single admission year. This is very important if you are considering applying to a school.
  3. On each school page, use the link to visit the school website and find information on individual school admissions criteria. Geographical criteria are only applied after pupils have been admitted on higher priority criteria such as Looked After Children, SEN, siblings, etc.

How Does The School Perform?

Good
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(15/02/2022)
Full Report - All Reports
63%
NATIONAL AVG. 60%
% pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics



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Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 8% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 11% of schools in England) Average (About 59% of schools in England) Above Average (About 11% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England)
Whichers Gate Road
Rowland's Castle
PO9 6BB
02392412095

School Description

At this school, pupils are enthusiastic about their learning in a wide range of subjects. They benefit from opportunities to express their creativity and individual views. Pupils of all abilities are encouraged to develop into confident, independent learners. They enjoy that they are recognised and rewarded when they work hard. Pupils describe their school as a friendly place. It is somewhere they can make friends easily. Pupils say that bullying is rare at this school. If it does happen, leaders treat it seriously and take effective action. In lessons, pupils are highly focused. They are curious and motivated to learn, which makes low-level disruption extremely uncommon. The majority of parents would recommend the school and are pleased with the education it provides. One parent’s response reflects the views of many in describing the school as ‘[…] a nurturing place which provides a varied and supportive learning environment.’ What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? Pupils achieve well at this school due to a thoughtfully designed curriculum. Leaders work with a common purpose to focus ambitiously on the needs of each pupil. They have ensured that teachers adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Teachers routinely check that pupils have understood what they are being taught. They do this so that they can adapt their teaching the following lesson. This results in effective support being added for some pupils or additional challenge for others. Leaders have thought about what they want pupils to learn and how this builds from the early years to Year 6. Where plans in a few subjects have been developed more recently, the impact of this approach is not yet as clear in pupils’ work. In the majority of subjects, however, there is very clear development of pupils’ thinking from year to year. Pupils are also encouraged to think about the connections between the subjects they are learning. Teachers plan these links deliberately to make sure they are meaningful. For example, pupils are taught about pitch in music in one year and this concept is returned to when they look at sound in science the following year. The teaching of early reading is a priority in the school. Leaders have ensured that staff have the expertise they need to deliver high-quality lessons and support. They have carefully matched reading books to the sounds that pupils learn in class. If pupils are struggling, then they receive support which includes regular reading with a trained adult. This support helps all pupils to learn to read quickly, including those with SEND. The teaching of early reading is particularly effective in Reception where pupils get off to a quick start. Although strong overall, there is sometimes a less consistent approach in key stage 1. This is because sometimes teachers do not choose resources that help pupils practise what they’ve learned. The vast majority of pupils at the school become keen readers. They talk enthusiastically about their favourite writers and look forward to visiting the school’s library to swap their books. Leaders are in the process of restoring the full range of clubs on offer at the school. Pupils look forward to an even wider range of opportunities to develop their individual skills and talents. Current options include sports clubs such as netball and hockey, as well as academic options like history and science. There is also a ‘calm club’, which is one of many ways pupils are encouraged to take time for quiet reflection. Pupil ‘worship counsellors’ have been involved in creating a calm space in school where pupils can seek peace and quiet if they need it. The school has also developed a ‘peace garden’ in the centre of the playground where pupils go to sit quietly or talk among their friends. Leaders have developed a highly supportive culture in school. Staff are unanimous in recognising the support they are offered. Their appreciation extends to the governing body, who take an active role in the school. They visit regularly to meet with staff and pupils. New governors are getting to know the school’s strengths and development areas quickly. They ask leaders challenging questions which help to bring new perspectives and move the school forward.

Rowlands Castle St John's Church of England Controlled Primary School Parent Reviews



Average Parent Rating

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“Fabulous school”

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"> What a fantastic school. Very caring teachers and staff. Two children at this school and they love going to school every day. Fabulous before school and after school care. Wonderful after school clubs to chose from. Beautiful setting with plenty of outdoor space for play time. If you want a caring primary school for your child/children, take time to visit.
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Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>52, "agree"=>40, "disagree"=>4, "strongly_disagree"=>4, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>58, "agree"=>38, "disagree"=>2, "strongly_disagree"=>2, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>31, "agree"=>50, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>8} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>73, "strongly_agree"=>4, "agree"=>10, "disagree"=>10, "strongly_disagree"=>2, "dont_know"=>2} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>29, "agree"=>40, "disagree"=>23, "strongly_disagree"=>8, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>25, "strongly_agree"=>25, "agree"=>25, "disagree"=>10, "strongly_disagree"=>12, "dont_know"=>4} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>17, "agree"=>0, "disagree"=>67, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>17} UNLOCK Figures based on 10 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>27, "agree"=>42, "disagree"=>15, "strongly_disagree"=>10, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>33, "agree"=>44, "disagree"=>10, "strongly_disagree"=>8, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>29, "agree"=>46, "disagree"=>15, "strongly_disagree"=>10, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>35, "agree"=>46, "disagree"=>10, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>10} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>46, "agree"=>29, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>8, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>38, "agree"=>33, "disagree"=>15, "strongly_disagree"=>4, "dont_know"=>10} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022
Yes No {"yes"=>75, "no"=>25} UNLOCK Figures based on 52 responses up to 20-02-2022

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