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Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School
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Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School
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- Bury BL2 5SQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils鈥� achievement in reading is a cause for celebration. Pupils鈥� strong phonics knowledge ensures they are confident and interested readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have improved mathematics teaching and pupils' writing achievement. Capacity for improvement is strong.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improvement needed in moving from early years to Year 1, expectations of all teachers, pupils' punctuation, grammar, mathematical reasoning skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Different groups of pupils, including disadvantaged and most able, make the same progress as other pupils nationally, especially in reading and writing.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra teaching sessions, small-group work, and nurture activities help disadvantaged pupils make better than expected progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, work hard, feel safe, and bullying is rare. Courteous behavior allows all to thrive.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers and teaching assistants work closely with skilled teaching assistants supporting special educational needs and disabilities pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying happens rarely; name-calling is not tolerated. Swift action stops any unkindness.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Behaviour is managed effectively, incidents recorded and analysed, ensuring a harmonious, safe environment.
Parent Feedback: Almost all parents and carers would recommend the school to others.
Parental Involvement: Parents are invited to visit classrooms and contribute to ongoing assessment through the online system.
Extracurricular Activities: Expert sports coaches funded by the primary sport premium enhance physical education lessons.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers ignite pupils鈥� enthusiasm through creative activities making lessons fun and positive manners ensure inviting classrooms.
Impact on Student Progress: Frequent checks on teaching and systems for managing performance help teachers become their best.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Frequent checks and performance systems mean teachers know what to do to improve teaching and raise achievement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: A small minority of teachers do not have the same high expectations as their colleagues, affecting the quality of pupils' work.
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Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 250 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 58% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School is located in the village of Ainsworth on the western edge of Bury, in a lovely semi-rural environment.
We are a Church of England (controlled) school that accepts students starting at age three and preparing them for high school entry at age eleven.
August of the year they plan to begin attending our Nursery.
By offering high-quality instruction within the framework of Christian doctrine and practise, we hope to assist our community.
Through the experiences we provide for all of our students, we encourage an understanding of the purpose and importance of faith and promote Christian values.
In October 2016, the school underwent its most recent OFSTED inspection.
The school received excellent accolades and was recognised as an efficient institution that "gives exceptional value for money."
We are considered a "good school" by OFSTED.
We were very pleased with the inspection since it demonstrated the hard work, commitment, and dedication of EVERY staff member at our school. The foundation of warm connections, effective teamwork, and a positive environment at this thriving school is care, respect, and tolerance.
Students and staff uphold their Christian ideals so that everyone can prosper. (The school's most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican Schools (Diocesan Inspection) took place in March 2017, and the results showed that the school received a "excellent" rating. Christ Church is a vibrant and joyful place to develop, study, and achieve. The school excels in meeting the needs of all learners thanks to its distinctively Christian nature.
The positive mood and enthusiasm for learning are contagious and represent fundamental Christian principles.
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We are a Church of England (controlled) school that accepts students starting at age three and preparing them for high school entry at age eleven.
August of the year they plan to begin attending our Nursery.
By offering high-quality instruction within the framework of Christian doctrine and practise, we hope to assist our community.
Through the experiences we provide for all of our students, we encourage an understanding of the purpose and importance of faith and promote Christian values.
In October 2016, the school underwent its most recent OFSTED inspection.
The school received excellent accolades and was recognised as an efficient institution that "gives exceptional value for money."
We are considered a "good school" by OFSTED.
We were very pleased with the inspection since it demonstrated the hard work, commitment, and dedication of EVERY staff member at our school. The foundation of warm connections, effective teamwork, and a positive environment at this thriving school is care, respect, and tolerance.
Students and staff uphold their Christian ideals so that everyone can prosper. (The school's most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican Schools (Diocesan Inspection) took place in March 2017, and the results showed that the school received a "excellent" rating. Christ Church is a vibrant and joyful place to develop, study, and achieve. The school excels in meeting the needs of all learners thanks to its distinctively Christian nature.
The positive mood and enthusiasm for learning are contagious and represent fundamental Christian principles.
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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 |
C
|
B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.2 | 25.8 | 23.9 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | 104 |
| 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 | 103 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 101 | 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 | 58% | 58.5% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.44% | 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 | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | Below Average |
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 | 106 2 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 2 | 97 | 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 | 71% 17 | 62.17% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 6 | 8.5% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | Above Average |
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 | 108 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 | 97 | 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 | 88% 17 | 65.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.85% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 4 | Above Average |
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 | 106 | 102 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 101 | 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 | 71% | 63.79% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.79% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | Average |
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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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1