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Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School
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Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School
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- Farington PR26 6PR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a priority with frequent story times and library access. Staff deliver phonics consistently well.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad and balanced curriculum helps pupils build knowledge securely over time. Teachers have good subject knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers need better adaptation for SEND pupils and improved assessment methods across subjects.
Support for Falling Behind: Tailored support helps pupils with gaps in their phonic knowledge. Extra support for social skills provided.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, show focus and determination. Effective handling of bullying incidents.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Priority on reading with effective phonics support. Assessment beyond English and Maths needs development.
Support for SEND Pupils: Work closely with agencies, but need better adaptation and checks on learning for SEND pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective reporting and securing help for pupils' welfare. Pupils learn to keep themselves safe online.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders monitor reports effectively, staff well-trained in safeguarding procedures.
Parent Feedback: Parents' views considered in deciding when inspections happen; positive engagement noted.
Parental Involvement: School involves parents through feedback mechanisms like Ofsted Parent View.
Extracurricular Activities: Access to sports clubs and musical opportunities, including theatre trips.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have good subject knowledge; staff workload and well-being taken into account.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective delivery of curriculum; some gaps in assessing what pupils have learned.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need better training to adapt teaching for SEND pupils.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers carry out appropriate checks, but need clearer guidance on assessments beyond English and Math.
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About Us
Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 191 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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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Moss, Farington In an inclusive environment like St. Paul's, every student is treated with respect.
This guarantees that all of our kids can have high levels of self-esteem.
We will challenge and support your children's learning while they are in school because we want them to be content, diligent, and realise their full potential in all facets of their growth.
Our educational philosophies are based on a child-centered approach.
We put a lot of effort into creating a vibrant, motivating, and purposeful learning atmosphere so that your kids will love to study and have a good time in school.
As a church school with strong ties to the St. Paul's church, we think that everything we do in school is rooted in and influenced by our Christian faith.
The greatest standards in behaviour and overall achievement can only be attained with close collaboration between home and school, and we want to work with parents to make sure that every child in our care succeeds.
You are welcome to schedule a visit to St. Paul's to observe our students learning in a secure, engaging, and joyful setting.
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This guarantees that all of our kids can have high levels of self-esteem.
We will challenge and support your children's learning while they are in school because we want them to be content, diligent, and realise their full potential in all facets of their growth.
Our educational philosophies are based on a child-centered approach.
We put a lot of effort into creating a vibrant, motivating, and purposeful learning atmosphere so that your kids will love to study and have a good time in school.
As a church school with strong ties to the St. Paul's church, we think that everything we do in school is rooted in and influenced by our Christian faith.
The greatest standards in behaviour and overall achievement can only be attained with close collaboration between home and school, and we want to work with parents to make sure that every child in our care succeeds.
You are welcome to schedule a visit to St. Paul's to observe our students learning in a secure, engaging, and joyful setting.
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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+
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.2 | 25.8 | 26.2 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 106 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 67% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 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 | 2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 106 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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 | 64% 5 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 105 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 69% 3 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 1 | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.2 | Below 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 | 105 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 72% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
