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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate
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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate
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- Thanet CT9 4BU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is taught daily from early years, and pupils develop reading skills through good-quality texts.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils' attainment in writing, mathematics, and science is in line with age expectations, with a well-planned sequence of knowledge and skills.
Areas Needing Improvement: Learning in geography, history, the arts, and physical education needs to be as effective as other subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve expected levels in writing, mathematics, and science.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff use assessments effectively to identify and help pupils who are falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well in lessons and are keen to learn, showing respect and initiative.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff take care to meet SEND pupils' needs, allowing them to learn quickly and play a full part in school life.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and pupils feel safe, confident that staff will quickly resolve any issues.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders work closely with families and outside agencies to ensure pupil welfare and safety.
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Extracurricular Activities: Pupils attend various clubs like 鈥榪uidditch鈥�, basketball, and cricket, and participate in local theatre performances and a virtual orchestra.
Outdoor Facilities: Spacious playground with a wide range of equipment where pupils enjoy lively playtimes.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan learning carefully so that it builds on previous work and broadens pupils' experience.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff ask questions to help children think more carefully and use assessments well to check progress.
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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Kent, South East.
It has 286 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 46% 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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For boys and girls ages 3 to 11, St. Gregory's is a one and a half form entrance primary school with a nursery.
Children from both Catholic and non-Catholic families are welcome at this primary academy, which is part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP).
Children feel safe, content, and eager to study at the school because of its inviting atmosphere.
As a Catholic institution, our fundamental goal is to place Christ at the centre of everything we do by incorporating Catholic teachings and Gospel values into every facet of learning and teaching as well as school life as a whole.
The transition of our students to adulthood in our institution will be a voyage of faith.
In order to foster this feeling of love in all students, parents, carers, and families in the St. Gregory's community, all staff members and governors share this sense of being a part of the family of God. They collaborate to do this.
The curriculum at St. Gregory's is extensive, well-rounded, and innovative, and it is built on Christian principles to meet the needs of every student.
St. Gregory's is devoted to promoting and protecting children's welfare, and it expects all of its employees and volunteers to share this commitment in order to keep the school a safe environment where all kids can learn and have fun.
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Children from both Catholic and non-Catholic families are welcome at this primary academy, which is part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP).
Children feel safe, content, and eager to study at the school because of its inviting atmosphere.
As a Catholic institution, our fundamental goal is to place Christ at the centre of everything we do by incorporating Catholic teachings and Gospel values into every facet of learning and teaching as well as school life as a whole.
The transition of our students to adulthood in our institution will be a voyage of faith.
In order to foster this feeling of love in all students, parents, carers, and families in the St. Gregory's community, all staff members and governors share this sense of being a part of the family of God. They collaborate to do this.
The curriculum at St. Gregory's is extensive, well-rounded, and innovative, and it is built on Christian principles to meet the needs of every student.
St. Gregory's is devoted to promoting and protecting children's welfare, and it expects all of its employees and volunteers to share this commitment in order to keep the school a safe environment where all kids can learn and have fun.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.1 | 26 | 16.4 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 105 | 95 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 104 | 97 |
| 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 | 100 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 46% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.01% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.1 | 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 | 102 1 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 56% | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 11.56% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | 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 | 103 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 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 | 56% 5 | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 10 | 10.3% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 101 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 51% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 8.77% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate
Local authority ratio 18 : 1