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The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin
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The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin
- Primary
- Blyth S81 8ER
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Significant improvements in the teaching of phonics; effective lesson planning in reading and maths
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have set out knowledge and skills for reading and started developing curriculum for science
Areas Needing Improvement: More work needed to improve the curriculum in science; some lessons do not build upon what pupils already know
Performance in Maths & Reading: Mathematics is taught well; pupils build their knowledge and understanding successfully each year
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are tolerant and respectful, and have positive attitudes to learning
Support for Falling Behind: Clear plans for support outside of lessons; some teachers have clear plans in place, others do not
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive good support from teaching assistants outside of lessons
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know about different types of bullying and feel it is dealt with quickly; they feel safe in school
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are well trained in safeguarding and first aid; thorough records of safeguarding incidents
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers agree, 'I cannot recommend this school enough. Our children are very happy here.'
Parental Involvement: Pupils complete 鈥榬eading passports鈥� with parents and take exciting books home
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy clubs such as football, film, and Lego
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils visit places like Murton Park and Mr Straw鈥檚 House, enhancing their learning experience
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high, and they feel valued by leaders
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers explain learning in clear steps, building students' knowledge and understanding successfully
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders check teaching quality in subjects like reading and mathematics effectively
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers do not implement SEND support plans effectively; more checks needed
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About Us
The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 126 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 53% 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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That you have chosen to learn more about The Primary School of St. Mary & St. Martin makes us very happy. We hope that our website will provide you with all the information you need about our institution. Do not hesitate to get in touch with the school office if you need any more details. to be inclusive of all students, despite differences in their talents, experiences, and ethnicities. to respect and value variety in an atmosphere of honesty and trust. to help kids grow in knowledge and abilities so they can reach their greatest potential. to encourage curiosity and an open mind in order to cultivate a long-lasting passion of learning. to foster students' spiritual growth in a Christian environment. We are eager to have you visit our school. If you want to come by, kindly get in touch with the school office.
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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 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.6 | - | 20 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 98 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 107 | 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 99 | 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 | 53% | 57.92% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.55% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 3.9 | 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 | 103 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 97 | 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 | 47% 16 | 62.18% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 9.93% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | 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 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 97 | 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% 7 | 61.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 8.66% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | 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 | 105 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 96 | 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 | 70% | 59.69% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.83% | 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 | -3.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin
Local authority ratio 20 : 1