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St James Primary School
- Primary
- Walsall WS8 6AE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics teaching is well organised and increasingly effective with plans to improve further through training.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum provides a broad range of subjects taught logically and meaningfully.
Areas Needing Improvement: Improve arrangements for staff to share information about pupils' achievements when they move from one class to another.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in reading, writing, and maths compare well against national figures.
Support for Falling Behind: High-quality support helps pupils who find it hard to cope. Specific funding used to provide targeted support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and on the playground, showing respect and polite attitudes.
Support for SEND Pupils: Worthwhile support is in place but requires evaluation to adjust provisions as needed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare, and pupils feel confident and secure in school.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective routines support pupils' welfare, a particular strength.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very complimentary about the school, with all Parent View comments positive.
Parental Involvement: Information events for parents are planned to help them assist their children's reading at home.
Extracurricular Activities: After-school clubs and links with local football teams provide extra sports activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Indoor and outdoor learning areas have been improved in early years.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive training and guidance, and are encouraged to reflect and improve.
Impact on Student Progress: Good teaching means pupils make good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Recent notable improvements in assessment have been significant.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teaching does not move on timely or lacks clarity.
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St James Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 213 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 50% 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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We would like to take this opportunity to extend a warm welcome to you at St. James Primary School, especially to any newcomers who might be interested in learning more about us.
We are a friendly, open-door school located in a vibrant neighbourhood.
Our dedicated staff at St. James School works together to foster a friendly, safe environment for all students.
We want to involve everyone in the school community in learning, school activities, and joint celebrations of our accomplishments!
At St. James, the focus of all we do is on the students.
We think it's important for our kids to feel proud of who they are, what they've accomplished, and who they are as people.
We provide kids the self-assurance they need to take an active role in their neighbourhood, explore opportunities, and grow up with aspirations, hopes, and dreams in a nurturing atmosphere.
Please do take the time to visit us if you can. Visitors to our school frequently remark on the inviting atmosphere.
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This website seeks to provide current information for parents, students, and the larger community while also giving you a sense of the school.
A message from Mrs. Claire MacInnes, our head of school.
We would like to take this opportunity to extend a warm welcome to you at St. James Primary School, especially to any newcomers who might be interested in learning more about us.
We are a friendly, open-door school located in a vibrant neighbourhood.
Our dedicated staff at St. James School works together to foster a friendly, safe environment for all students.
We want to involve everyone in the school community in learning, school activities, and joint celebrations of our accomplishments!
At St. James, the focus of all we do is on the students.
We think it's important for our kids to feel proud of who they are, what they've accomplished, and who they are as people.
We provide kids the self-assurance they need to take an active role in their neighbourhood, explore opportunities, and grow up with aspirations, hopes, and dreams in a nurturing atmosphere.
Please do take the time to visit us if you can. Visitors to our school frequently remark on the inviting atmosphere.
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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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C+
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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 | 20.1 | - | 23.4 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 103 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 99 | 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 | 50% | 56.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.69% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | 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 | 103 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 97 | 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 | 60% 3 | 58% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.75% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 105 2 | 97 | 94 |
| 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 | 63% | 57.79% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 5.6% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.8 | 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 | 103 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 63% | 51.33% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.54% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St James Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
