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South Failsworth Community Primary School
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South Failsworth Community Primary School
- Primary
- Oldham M35 0NY
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: The school places reading at the forefront of the curriculum, staff deliver an effective phonics program.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has designed an aspirational curriculum that helps most pupils learn well.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a small number of subjects, leadership expertise needs development for better curriculum delivery.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Many pupils achieve high standards in most subjects.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff quickly spot pupils' misconceptions and take actions to address them.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are compassionate and show maturity in understanding others' needs.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school has highly effective systems to identify and support pupils with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are knowledgeable about whether pupils have any further needs.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a comprehensive range of clubs, activities, and trips designed to enhance their talents and interests.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor learning is a key part of the school鈥檚 curriculum and provides many opportunities for pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel well supported by the school and appreciate the prioritization of their well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use well-established strategies to help pupils revisit previous learning and embed knowledge into their long-term memory.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff are knowledgeable and skilled, especially in early reading and phonics.
Teaching Staff Challenges: A small number of subjects need better leadership support to deliver the curriculum effectively.
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South Failsworth Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 450 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 28 : 1.
At this school, 65% 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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The location of South Failsworth Primary School allows us to provide our students first-rate outdoor amenities.
Knowledge is at the core of "Our World," our innovative and creative curriculum.
Children who are motivated to learn in novel and imaginative ways acquire the abilities necessary to succeed as lifelong learners.
Our brilliant and committed team mentor and inspire students to foster self-reliance and a love of learning, equipping today's youth for the challenges of tomorrow.
Being safe, prepared, and courteous are our three school principles, which we want everyone to follow at South Failsworth in order to help our students develop into kind, responsible adults who are eager to make a difference in the world.
We also practise the "Secrets of Success" to guide our kids' behaviour, attitudes, and beliefs.
We anticipate that students who attend our school will graduate in Year 6 with the abilities and optimistic outlook required to realise their goals and lead fulfilling lives.
We value and respect a strong, dependable collaboration between the home and the school, working together to give a child the very best start in life.
Everyone at this school is dedicated to the wellbeing, security, and growth of our students.
Call the school office at 0161 681 6351 to schedule an appointment.
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The location of South Failsworth Primary School allows us to provide our students first-rate outdoor amenities.
Knowledge is at the core of "Our World," our innovative and creative curriculum.
Children who are motivated to learn in novel and imaginative ways acquire the abilities necessary to succeed as lifelong learners.
Our brilliant and committed team mentor and inspire students to foster self-reliance and a love of learning, equipping today's youth for the challenges of tomorrow.
Being safe, prepared, and courteous are our three school principles, which we want everyone to follow at South Failsworth in order to help our students develop into kind, responsible adults who are eager to make a difference in the world.
We also practise the "Secrets of Success" to guide our kids' behaviour, attitudes, and beliefs.
We anticipate that students who attend our school will graduate in Year 6 with the abilities and optimistic outlook required to realise their goals and lead fulfilling lives.
We value and respect a strong, dependable collaboration between the home and the school, working together to give a child the very best start in life.
Everyone at this school is dedicated to the wellbeing, security, and growth of our students.
Call the school office at 0161 681 6351 to schedule an appointment.
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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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B
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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 | 28.1 | 25.8 | 49.8 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 107 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 101 | 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 | 65% | 54.41% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.29% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 105 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 64% 14 | 61.11% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 4 | 7.75% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 106 1 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 103 | 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 | 78% 14 | 63.33% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 6.97% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 | 105 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 64% | 56.12% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 5.49% | 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 | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | Below Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
28 : 1
Student teacher ratio at South Failsworth Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 24 : 1
