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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- Arlecdon and Frizington CA26 3PX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils have daily phonics lessons, and adults check progress to ensure fluency.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils achieve well in subjects like reading, mathematics, and art due to detailed plans that build on prior learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Recent curriculum improvements in history and geography need to be embedded for consistency.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most pupils achieve the expected standard in key stage 2 mathematics and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind receive good-quality support to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and on the playground; they are helpful and kind to each other.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive personalized support and access the same curriculum as others.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying rarely happens, and if it does, teachers act quickly to stop it. Pupils feel safe at school.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are well-trained to spot signs of abuse, and pupils know how to stay safe online.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the individual care that pupils receive.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents by using feedback from Parent View to make improvements.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils take part in many sports and activities promoting healthy eating and physical exercise.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are proud to work at the school and appreciate the headteacher's concern for their well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� high expectations and continuous progress checks help pupils achieve well.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders continuously check the progress through the curriculum, ensuring high-quality support when needed.
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 44 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1.
At this school, 14% 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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Since its founding in 1968, St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School has had a storied history in education.
A place where everyone can maximise their potential and make a difference, regardless of where they are from or what they are already capable of, is what the school's board of governors envisions for its learning environment: a safe learning environment where people are highly motivated and committed to strive for excellence within an ethos of mutual respect.
At St. Joseph's, the kids are at the centre of all we do, and they play a big part in why the learning environment is so successful and fun.
The governors have high standards for every member of the faculty and every student.
We understand that parental support is a major factor in the development of our kids.
We think that parents and other carers are essential to helping children succeed in school, and we regard successful education as a result of positive, open communication between the home and the school.
Together, teachers, parents, governors, and friends make sure that our school is always assessing its services in an effort to be the best that it can be.
You may expect a warm welcome if you decide to visit the school.
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A place where everyone can maximise their potential and make a difference, regardless of where they are from or what they are already capable of, is what the school's board of governors envisions for its learning environment: a safe learning environment where people are highly motivated and committed to strive for excellence within an ethos of mutual respect.
At St. Joseph's, the kids are at the centre of all we do, and they play a big part in why the learning environment is so successful and fun.
The governors have high standards for every member of the faculty and every student.
We understand that parental support is a major factor in the development of our kids.
We think that parents and other carers are essential to helping children succeed in school, and we regard successful education as a result of positive, open communication between the home and the school.
Together, teachers, parents, governors, and friends make sure that our school is always assessing its services in an effort to be the best that it can be.
You may expect a warm welcome if you decide to visit the school.
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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 | 9.6 | 25.8 | 22.9 |
| Proficient Math | 98 | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 99 | 109 | 101 |
| 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 | 98 | 88 | 97 |
| Reading | 99 | 90 | 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 | 14% | 46.89% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.49% | 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 | -7.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -7.5 | Well 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 1 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 89 | 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 | 70% | 56.23% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.45% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | 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 | 103 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 92 | 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 | 70% | 57.28% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 10 | 8.48% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | 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 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 90 | 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 | 70% | 54.07% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 6.75% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 - 6th 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 - 2nd Sep 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 | 7th 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
9 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1