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St John Fisher Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale
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St John Fisher Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale
- Primary
- Rochdale M24 2PB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers and teaching assistants use assessment information effectively to plan activities, helping most pupils make good progress in foundational skills like reading and maths.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is broad and balanced, with a strong emphasis on spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, preparing pupils well for life in modern Britain.
Areas Needing Improvement: Although pupils' outcomes in mathematics improved, too few of the most able pupils achieved the higher standards.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils鈥� achievements in both reading and writing showed considerable improvement, but fewer most able pupils achieve higher standards in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders plan provision better and measure the impact of additional support precisely, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary. They are proud of their school and achievements, showing strong commitment to doing their best.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils make good progress due to effective management and carefully planned support activities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff are vigilant about pupil safety and welfare, collaborating closely with parents and other agencies. Pupils feel safe and well cared for.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff know pupils exceptionally well and manage specific needs, ensuring high-quality care. Pupils understand how to keep themselves safe online and offline.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive, particularly praising the care and well-being provided for children.
Parental Involvement: Leaders provide workshops for parents on reading and phonics, supporting them to help their children at home.
Extracurricular Activities: The physical education and sport premium has increased participation in after-school activities, with over three-quarters of pupils engaging last year.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor environments provide a good range of activities, enhancing learning and development for children.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers benefit greatly from training and leader support, contributing positively to pupils鈥� good progress.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching has led to strong progress across subjects, though expectations for the most able pupils can be inconsistent.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Many changes in staffing have been addressed, resulting in a positive learning culture across the school.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders鈥� meticulous monitoring systems ensure consistent improvements in teaching quality and its impact on pupils鈥� learning.
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About Us
St John Fisher Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 212 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 55% 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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| 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 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.8 | 25.8 | 23.1 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 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 | 103 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 55% | 55.76% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 4.48% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 104 2 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 59% 2 | 59.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 1 | 6.57% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | 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 | 102 2 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 4 | 99 | 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 | 57% 20 | 59.44% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.69% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above 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 | 100 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 99 | 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 | 37% | 55.11% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.61% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | 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 - 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 - 30th Aug 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 | 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St John Fisher Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
