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Mellor St Mary Church of England Primary School
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Mellor St Mary Church of England Primary School
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- Mellor BB2 7JT
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics teaching is highly effective.
Success of the Curriculum: Reading is a significant strength.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils are not routinely challenged to develop their mathematical reasoning skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Evidence in books shows staff teach a broad range of mathematical topics and reading is a significant strength.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff provide good support for pupils who struggle with reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave extremely well and work hard in lessons.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils feel safe and supported, with effective safeguarding policies in place.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils said bullying rarely happens and staff would sort things out quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School leaders have created a safe and nurturing place for pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents are highly supportive and feel staff are welcoming and approachable.
Parental Involvement: Parents state that staff are welcoming and approachable, contributing to a positive environment.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils' experience is enriched by clubs, musical events, and residential visits.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel well supported and enjoy working at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Evidence suggests teachers enhance pupils鈥� progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks should be made on the quality of pupils鈥� work in all subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Weak subject knowledge in some areas limits student progress in some classes.
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About Us
Mellor St Mary Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 141 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 75% 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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Please accept our sincere welcome to our school community and website on behalf of the students, staff, and governors. We sincerely hope you learn everything you require to know about our amazing school, as well as a great deal more. On the western border of the Ribble Valley, we are a small one-form entry, volunteer-aided Church of England primary school. We have strong ties to the Mellor community and the local church. It is a wonderful honour for me to serve as Headteacher at Mellor St. Mary CE Primary School and to be a member of this close-knit community of Christians. Our mission is to give every kid a top-notch education in a loving, Christian environment. Our school is a place where love and faith abound. Everyone who works there is fiercely driven to improve every facet of education. The best possibilities in life should be available to every youngster. Please come and see Mellor St. Mary if you haven't done so already. I'm happy to have you. To schedule a time to see us "in action," call the number provided.
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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
|
B-
|
A+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.1 | 25.8 | 19.2 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 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 | 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 | 75% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | Below 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 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 4 | 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 | 68% 13 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 22 | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | 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 | 108 3 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 4 | 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 | 81% 10 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 33% 19 | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 71% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Mellor St Mary Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1