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St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell
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St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell
- Primary
- Wigan WN5 7AA
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Strong emphasis on the teaching of phonics enables good progress in reading and writing
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress, achieving above average attainment in English and mathematics by Year 6
Areas Needing Improvement: Limited opportunities for pupils to create their own methods of recording ideas and findings
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils attain above average standards in English and mathematics, particularly strong in reading
Support for Falling Behind: Well-targeted extra support ensures disabled pupils and those with special educational needs make the same progress as others
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is exemplary with high levels of engagement and politeness
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say they feel safe at all times; school deals with bullying promptly
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High levels of self-discipline and very positive school ethos
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the care taken of their children, noting a supportive environment
Parental Involvement: Engagement with parents ensures effective involvement in children's learning and school activities
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of enrichment activities including well-attended extracurricular activities and educational visits
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan lessons carefully and use assessment information well
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching has many strengths, contributing to good pupil progress
Teaching Staff Challenges: Outstanding practice not systematically shared among staff
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Monitoring of teaching sometimes lacks sharpness in indicating improvement areas
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About Us
St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 385 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 84% 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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I want you to get a sense of what makes St. James' such a beautiful place to be by browsing our website. It is made to assist parents in learning more about our school and assisting your child in making the most of their time here. We hope that it will address many of your concerns if your child is not currently enrolled in the school. We are pleased to renew any existing links if you already have a child here. Our community at St. James' Catholic Primary School is thriving, and we are incredibly proud of our students and their extraordinary accomplishments. At St. James', we strive to live out our mission statement every day because we know that children thrive in an environment where high expectations are supported by respect and support. It is a welcoming and joyful atmosphere where students and staff work diligently together to help your kid succeed in many different facets of school life. We value everyone of our students as unique individuals with unique talents and gifts, and we applaud their accomplishments. We are fully aware of how important it is for you to be your children's first teachers. We consequently lay a strong focus on a positive relationship between the home and the school that is built on mutual respect, trust, and open communication. The school also holds an annual open evening for potential parents of new Reception students in addition to this webpage. In order to schedule an informal visit for in-year admissions, make an appointment. Do not hesitate to get in touch with the school if you need any more details.
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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 | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.6 | 25.8 | 20.5 |
| Proficient Math | 110 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 110 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 84% | 61.77% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 9.09% | 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 | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.3 | Well 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 | 109 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 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 | 88% 3 | 63.36% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 6 | 9.95% | 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 | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | 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 | 109 3 | 99 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 100 | 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 | 91% 2 | 66.95% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 2 | 10.8% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.3 | Well 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 | 112 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 93% | 61.61% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 9.16% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 5.2 | Well Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell
Local authority ratio 20 : 1