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St Begh's Catholic Junior School
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St Begh's Catholic Junior School
- Primary
- Whitehaven CA28 7TE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Inadequate |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Strong subject knowledge and effective lesson planning meet pupils' needs
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum promotes curiosity and prepares pupils well for next stages
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve expectations for younger pupils in non-core subjects
Performance in Maths & Reading: Good progress in reading and mathematics at end of Year 6
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support helps those struggling to catch up quickly
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive attitudes and strong relationships foster good behaviour
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils receive tailored support and make good progress
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Confident that adults will deal with issues before they escalate
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Training ensures staff can promote safety and healthy relationships effectively
Parent Feedback: Parents feel their children are safe and enjoy school
Extracurricular Activities: Variety of clubs and activities enrich curriculum
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St Begh's Catholic Junior School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 239 students from age 7-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 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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October 2019, "Half Term Message from the Chair of Governors" It seems like yesterday when the kids got back from their summer vacation, and now it's half term. I believe every child has adjusted to their new year groups. A special welcome to the Year 3 students who have begun a new chapter in their academic journey. I also extend a warm greeting to the St. Begh's family to their parents and grandparents. Having completed seven years as Chair of Governors and 23 years in voluntary work within education I have informed the Governing Body and the Diocese of Lancaster of my intention to step down as Chair of Governors. This choice has not been made lightly, and it mostly reflects the future plans for my extended family. I am delighted to be able to inform you that Miss Lois Anderson (Foundation Governor and Chair of the Safeguarding Committee) has come forward to take up, on an interim basis until a permanent successor is found, the Chair of Governor's role. Lois is incredibly capable and is full of forward-thinking suggestions. Lois and the Headteacher have started the handover process. I'm still going to be a Foundation Governor so that I can keep helping Lois and the School. I have enjoyed immensely my time in the role, including the challenges, and more importantly the success in leading the Governing Body to support St. Begh's to become a Good School once again. There is always work to be done, and I know you will help Lois take on this significant position as she leads the Governing Body. Finally, on behalf of the Governing Body, may I sincerely thank all staff and parents for their work and the ongoing support as the School continues to successfully flourish.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 7-11 | 3-11 | 3-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.5 | 25.8 | 24.8 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 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 | 102 | 88 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 90 | 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% | 46.89% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 4.49% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | 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 | 105 1 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 89 | 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 | 70% 6 | 56.23% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 8 | 7.45% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 104 1 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 92 | 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 | 76% 14 | 57.28% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 4 | 8.48% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 90 | 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% | 54.07% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 6.75% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Begh's Catholic Junior School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1