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Holy Souls Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
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Holy Souls Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
- Primary
- Blackburn with Darwen BB1 8QN
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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: Phonics knowledge is built early, ensuring children learn sounds effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad and balanced curriculum, ambitious for all pupils including those with SEND.
Areas Needing Improvement: In one or two subjects, delivery of essential knowledge and vocabulary needs consistency.
Performance in Maths & Reading: High-quality books and reading role models support strong performance.
Support for Falling Behind: Timely extra support provided in phonics to help pupils catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, well mannered, and respect each other and staff. Behaviour in lessons rarely causes disturbances.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective systems to identify needs early and adapt curriculum delivery.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective systems allow pupils to report concerns; bullying is dealt with quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand how to stay safe in different environments, including online.
Parent Feedback: Views considered through Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: Pupils make positive contributions to community activities, likely involving parental support.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are well-supported by leaders; positive working environment.
Impact on Student Progress: Most subjects see students knowing and remembering more over time.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers monitor and revisit previous learning to ensure retention.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistent delivery in one or two subjects, leading to gaps in pupil knowledge.
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About Us
Holy Souls Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 208 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 47% 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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Welcome to the website for Holy Souls RC Primary School. I sincerely hope you can find all the information you require and get a sense of what makes our school unique. Children are at the centre of all we do and every choice we make at Holy Souls. In our opinion, all children will flourish in a setting where they feel safe, secure, and loved. Both as a teacher and as a Mum of 2 teenage children myself, I firmly believe that children and adults should enjoy learning and be actively engaged in all aspects of their educational journey. The Catholic faith permeates every part of our life, and we work to help our kids reach their full potential by setting high expectations for behaviour and providing top-notch educational opportunities. As our school flower instructs us to "love one another as I have loved you," our faith is significant and fundamental to every aspect of our existence. Every day, we demonstrate our faith via the way we treat one another, our efforts to aid those in need, and our efforts to help the children grow in independence and self-assurance. Since we are aware that every kid has a unique learning style, we create a stimulating and engaging atmosphere for learning both inside and outside of the classroom. We acknowledge the important role that parents and other carers play as our children's primary educators by extending a warm welcome to them within our school community. Enjoy your visit to our website and don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you need any more information.
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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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A+
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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 | 21.3 | 25.8 | 22.8 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 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 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 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 | 47% | 54.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.41% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 4 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 98 | 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 | 63% 3 | 61.15% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 3 | 8.42% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 103 1 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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 | 66% 1 | 61.63% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.31% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 104 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 97 | 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 | 67% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.87% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below 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 Holy Souls Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
Local authority ratio 18 : 1