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Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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- Pilling PR3 6HA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff are well trained and pupils read books matching their learning sounds. Pupils develop accuracy and confidence in reading.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is well-organized, allowing pupils to build knowledge over time and achieve well.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, leaders need to better identify important knowledge and improve assessment systems.
Performance in Maths & Reading: The mathematics curriculum develops learning in well-ordered steps, enabling pupils to achieve well.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils falling behind in reading are identified quickly and supported to catch up without delay.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are polite, and are usually attentive in lessons. Challenging behavior is well supported, rarely disrupting learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders ensure pupils with SEND access the same curriculum as peers, supported effectively by staff and external agencies.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is dealt with swiftly and effectively. Pupils feel safe, knowing to speak to trusted adults if uncomfortable.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are well-trained and knowledgeable about risks. They support families needing help, promoting pupil welfare effectively.
Parent Feedback: Parents' opinions can be shared via Ofsted Parent View, influencing inspection decisions.
Parental Involvement: Pupils take part in community events, reflecting strong parental involvement.
Extracurricular Activities: Many pupils benefit from after-school activities including music, sport, and creative activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils value learning in the school's woodland area.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are positive about working at the school and appreciate strategies to manage workload.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers regularly use assessment strategies to check pupils' understanding, promoting progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular assessments ensure pupils have learned the intended curriculum in most subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, teachers struggle to address pupils鈥� misunderstandings quickly due to less developed assessment systems in some subjects.
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About Us
Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 100 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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I'm delighted to welcome you to the website for Pilling St. John's CE Primary School and Nursery. You can see a brief summary of who we are and what we do here! At Pilling St. John's CE Primary School and Nursery, we recognise the contributions that each child makes and support their individual growth within a supportive Christian environment. We place a lot of emphasis on the connections we have created and are really proud to be at the centre of the Pilling community. A wide selection of extracurricular activities complement the extensive, well-balanced, and exciting curriculum that is provided. The kids are encouraged and given the opportunity to strive for excellence and high standards at all times. We think that a contented youngster will succeed and thrive. Everything we do is guided by our mission statement, which reads, "Growing roots, standing solid in faith, and being brave in all we do." We strive to provide all of our students a great start in their education by collaborating closely with parents. Everything that occurs demonstrates the dedication of the staff and governors to making this school the best learning environment for our pupils. All parties agree that Pilling St. John's CE Primary School and Nursery is an excellent location for learning and development, including the students, teachers, governors, and our families. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any queries or would want to. Only by visiting us can you truly understand the kind of school we are and the shared spirit we uphold. Prospective parents are always invited to stop by during the school day to view the facility in action. We are eager to have you join our school community.
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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 | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.6 | 25.8 | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 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 | 106 | 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 | 69% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 | 103 2 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 77% 4 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 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 | 81% 16 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 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 | 65% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 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 | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
