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St Francis Xavier's Primary School
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St Francis Xavier's Primary School
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- Hereford HR1 1DT
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is given the utmost priority. Phonics is well structured and expertly delivered.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have established clear and ambitious curriculum plans. Pupils achieve at a high level in all areas.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve at a high level in all areas, especially English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Well-trained staff provide daily support for those who struggle, ensuring pupils catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary. They are mature, polite, and well mannered.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive excellent support from highly trained and skilled staff.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say bullying is rare and dealt with effectively if it happens. They feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a strong and well-established culture of safeguarding in this school.
Parent Feedback: Parents have nothing but praise for the headteacher and staff.
Parental Involvement: Parents recognize and value the lengths staff go to understand their children as individuals.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils take part in an excellent range of clubs and cultural visits.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and teach content in the order leaders expect.
Impact on Student Progress: Regular checks ensure pupils develop in-depth knowledge needed and achieve at a high level.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leadership at all levels is outstanding. Subject leaders monitor their subjects effectively.
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About Us
St Francis Xavier's Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Herefordshire, West Midlands.
It has 216 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 73% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to St. Francis Xavier's RC Primary, our school. I hope our website has all you require. www.st-francisxaviers.hereford.sch.uk However, if you would like more information, feel free to call the school office at 01432 273941. We would be happy to assist you. The school's attitude is based on our Catholic religion, and we encourage the kids to shine in all aspects of their lives. Within a supporting and loving environment, children learn to respect and love one another, which is a wonderful aspect of the school. We want to cultivate in each of our kids a love of life, inner self-confidence, and decent manners that embrace lifelong citizenship. Students do well in a supportive setting that helps them both intellectually and pastorally. The success of St. Francis Xavier's School is a result of a relentless desire to develop highly effective learning within our comprehensive curriculum. The school is an exciting and inspiring place. Please fill out the Herefordshire Council's online application form if you would like to apply for a spot in our school. Additionally, you will need to fill out one of our application forms, which are included in this collection and are accessible for download from our website. The students who thrive across the curriculum are held to the highest standards by our strong team of committed and caring teachers. Academic excellence is attained across a dynamic curriculum that inspires learning. The teachers encourage a love of study, help students develop their self-esteem, and generate high expectations for future education. Being the headteacher of St. Francis Xavier's RC Primary School is a privilege, and I am looking forward to personally introducing you to our dynamic institution.
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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 |
A
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.6 | - | 16 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 111 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 107 | 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 | 108 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 100 | 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 | 73% | 60.01% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 33% | 8.81% | 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 | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | 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 | 106 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 96 | 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 | 79% 2 | 64.72% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 4 | 11.61% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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 2 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 | 94 | 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% 10 | 61.24% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 6 | 10.46% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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 | 104 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 98 | 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 | 67% | 58.8% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.94% | 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 | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier's Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1