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Clifton Primary School
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Clifton Primary School
- Primary
- Salford M27 6PF
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress and enjoy learning, supported by a good range of opportunities and emphasis on literacy skills.
Foundational Skills: Assessment of phonics in Key Stage 1 needs to be more rigorous to aid lower-attaining pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve phonics assessment for reading in Key Stage 1 and reduce introductory lesson times to increase practice time.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Rising attainment at the end of Key Stage 1 and good progress at Key Stage 2, with specific targeting of writing improvement.
Support for Falling Behind: Good support targeted at pupils with special educational needs and those receiving pupil premium ensures they make good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show good attitudes and behaviour, feel safe, and have positive relationships with teachers.
Support for SEND Pupils: Provision for pupils with special educational needs is well-organized and their needs are regularly reviewed with targeted interventions.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and are aware of different forms of bullying, with positive feedback about the school's support.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Positive ethos with involvement in health and safety groups and improved attendance.
Parent Feedback: Parents have a positive view of the school's behaviour and safety.
Parental Involvement: High priority on involving parents in reading through workshops and homework tasks.
Extracurricular Activities: The curriculum includes extensive visits and visitors, concerts, museums, sports events, religious festivals, and residential trips to enhance pupils' experiences.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have good subject knowledge, plan engaging lessons, use effective strategies, and provide regular work marking with constructive feedback.
Impact on Student Progress: Good teaching over time has resulted in most pupils making good progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers occasionally talk too long during introductions, limiting practice time for pupils.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: School leaders need to sharpen evaluation of performance data to positively impact all pupil achievement.
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About Us
Clifton Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 296 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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Every student at Clifton receives access to a wide range of opportunities.
We at Clifton are committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment where we can support each child's academic achievements. We are passionate about promoting and protecting the welfare of all of our students.
While academic learning is highly valued, we also recognise the value of a comprehensive and balanced education that recognises and celebrates each child's skills, allowing all of our children to grow in confidence, acquire a sense of responsibility, and realise their own goals.
We take great pride in belonging to St. Anne's Church, the Swinton Cluster, and the group of primary schools in Salford.
We are happy to collaborate with so many external organisations and commercial partners, such as Manchester United, Salford Reds, Greggs, and the Clifton Owls after-school programme.
The faculty, students, and governors at Clifton Primary School are all incredibly proud of the school and are always happy to show existing or potential parents around so they can see for themselves what we have to offer their kids.
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You might have such unique thought after visiting Clifton Community Primary School, I suppose.
Every student at Clifton receives access to a wide range of opportunities.
We at Clifton are committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment where we can support each child's academic achievements. We are passionate about promoting and protecting the welfare of all of our students.
While academic learning is highly valued, we also recognise the value of a comprehensive and balanced education that recognises and celebrates each child's skills, allowing all of our children to grow in confidence, acquire a sense of responsibility, and realise their own goals.
We take great pride in belonging to St. Anne's Church, the Swinton Cluster, and the group of primary schools in Salford.
We are happy to collaborate with so many external organisations and commercial partners, such as Manchester United, Salford Reds, Greggs, and the Clifton Owls after-school programme.
The faculty, students, and governors at Clifton Primary School are all incredibly proud of the school and are always happy to show existing or potential parents around so they can see for themselves what we have to offer their kids.
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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 |
A-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.6 | 25.8 | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 102 |
| 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 | 107 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 100 | 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 | 69% | 52.67% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 5.9% | 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 | 2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.6 | Above 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 | 107 1 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 100 | 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 | 81% | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.27% | 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 | 5.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5.3 | Well 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 | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 101 | 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 | 81% 3 | 65.39% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 1 | 8.89% | 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 | 5.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 4 | Well Above 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 | 101 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 100 | 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 | 78% | 61.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.31% | 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 | 5.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.1 | Well Below Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 | 24th 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 - 19th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Clifton Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1