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Fulwood and Cadley Primary School
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Fulwood and Cadley Primary School
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- Preston PR2 3QT
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| Capacity for sustained improvement | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Good progress in foundational skills like reading, maths, and phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: New creative curriculum is having a very positive impact on pupils鈥� enjoyment and progress.
Areas Needing Improvement: Outdoor area in Reception class needs improvement for greater opportunities for creative and independent learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: High attainment by the time pupils leave Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Good support from teaching assistants for pupils of differing abilities.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Consistently good behaviour and positive relationships with classmates and teachers.
Support for SEND Pupils: Taught effectively and well cared for by both staff and children.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel secure in school and know how to keep themselves and others safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Very caring and secure environment provided by all classrooms.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very appreciative and supportive of the school.
Parental Involvement: Significant contribution from parents in reviewing new curriculum.
Extracurricular Activities: Variety of after-school clubs and high participation in physical activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Opportunities for improvement noted in the outdoor area to foster greater creative and independent learning.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers work hard to help students in their learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Good overall, with evidence of outstanding teaching in some areas.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment procedures ensure pupils know how well they are doing and steps to improve further.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistency in practice; some lessons dominated by long introductions.
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About Us
Fulwood and Cadley Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 315 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 49% 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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| 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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23 | 25.8 | 25.7 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 104 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 49% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | 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 | 104 2 | 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 | 66% 4 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 102 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 62% 6 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 2 | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | 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 | 102 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 56% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | Below 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 Fulwood and Cadley Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
