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Marsden Community Primary School
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Marsden Community Primary School
- Primary
- Nelson BB9 0BE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Rapid improvements in writing and mathematics, especially for disadvantaged pupils.
Success of the Curriculum: Progress in subjects like science, history, and geography is good, igniting pupils' passion.
Areas Needing Improvement: Roles of middle leaders not fully embedded; need for sharper targets in development plan.
Support for Falling Behind: Targeted reading support for pupils via clubs and enhanced learning environment.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Impeccable behaviour, respectful relationships, and keen awareness of learning targets.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in writing and math at KS2 is very strong; reading progress lags.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: High safety priority, confident pupils aware of bullying prevention; comprehensive safety training.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: United view among parents and staff on maintaining a safe environment.
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about school aspects, with increased engagement levels.
Parental Involvement: Workshops on phonics, reading, and mathematics to help parents support learning at home.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of popular after-school clubs and outdoor activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor learning opportunities with natural materials in nearby woodland area.
Teacher Engagement: Staff appreciate constructive feedback to improve practice; new teachers well-supported.
Impact on Student Progress: Formalized systems holding staff accountable for pupil progress, resulting in positive impact.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Rigorous monitoring of teaching quality through tracking and assessment systems.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need for continual follow-up on action items to develop teaching skills; middle leader roles need embedding.
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Marsden Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 449 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 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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At Marsden, we want to foster a community where everyone works together with a growth mindset. Through access to a diverse and comprehensive curriculum, all students are able to build on their unique strengths and acquire lifelong skills that will enable them to thrive as well-rounded, self-reliant citizens. As adults, we will: Foster a passion of learning and a drive for achievement in all learners, guiding, nurturing, and inspiring them to be the best they can be. We shall, as students, strengthen our positive outlook by embracing our curriculum and learning from it, as well as by honing our skills. On the learning path, we shall strive to be kind, courteous, and resilient. We shall accomplish this by upholding the standards and values of our institution.
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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 | Outstanding |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.6 | 25.8 | 23.4 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 105 | 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 | 67% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 104 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 100 3 | 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 | 50% 13 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.5 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 3.5 | 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 | 104 | 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 | 63% 1 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 3 | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.4 | Well 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 | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 62% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | Above 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Marsden Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1