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Calder Vale St John Church of England Primary School
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Calder Vale St John Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Barnacre-with-Bonds PR3 1SR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Skilled staff deliver the reading curriculum consistently well, helping pupils to learn the sounds that letters represent.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum suitable for mixed-age classes that meet all pupils' needs, including those with SEND.
Areas Needing Improvement: A few subjects lack clear identification of key knowledge, impacting planning for different age groups in the same class.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well in a range of subjects, and most quickly become confident and fluent readers.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who find reading challenging benefit from extra help; staff are skilled in supporting pupils with SEND.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good and pupils are polite and well-mannered; older pupils act as role models.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff are skilled in identifying and supporting pupils with SEND, enabling them to access all school offerings.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and pupils are confident staff would handle it quickly; safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught how to keep themselves safe in various situations, and well-established procedures ensure support for vulnerable pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents speak highly of the school and would recommend it to others.
Parental Involvement: Inspectors met with parents, and leaders provide guidance on internet safety at home.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy performing with the school band, working with a local artist, horse riding, and outdoor learning.
Teacher Engagement: Training opportunities enhance staff鈥檚 subject knowledge and frequent checks ensure curriculum effectiveness.
Impact on Student Progress: Assessment information is used skilfully by staff to plan next steps in learning effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In some subjects, unclear curriculum plans hinder planning for different age groups.
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About Us
Calder Vale St John Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 40 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Thank you for visiting the webpage for our school. I'm hoping the material on this website may be helpful to you. Church of England students attend Calder Vale C of E Primary. We gain from being located in the Forest of Bowland, a region of exceptional natural beauty. We are able to utilise this for our curriculum with a fabulous outdoor woodland area for play and learning, a very large field for sports, an organic garden and our own chickens. The majority of kids come from the village, the nearby farms and hamlets, and increasingly from areas outside the immediate catchment and the Catterall region. We enjoy a close relationship with the local community and our church of St John's, as well as the Methodist chapel and the Catholic community within the village. Our kids are motivated, compassionate, and sociable, which represents our core Christian principles. They are keen learners who enjoy school. The school has high expectations, and we strive to create a place where everyone is happy to support, feels respected, and can achieve their full potential. With a free breakfast club commencing at 7.45 am, we are able to provide a broad-ranging, exciting curriculum. High academic standards are emphasised in our curriculum, along with the growth of resilient, compassionate, and content kids who are capable of facing the outside world. Please get in touch with me via one of the provided contacts if you are considering coming to visit us; I would be happy to show you around. To all of our current parents, we really appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at our next events.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
D-
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B-
|
C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.9 | 25.8 | 16 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 110 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.4% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 9.2% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 9.08% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 99 | 95 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 33% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.79% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Calder Vale St John Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1