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Overall 夜来香研究所 Grade
Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Early years provision Good
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Foundational Skills: Writing has improved remarkably since 2016 under new leadership, and the school prioritizes extended writing across the curriculum.
Success of the Curriculum: Provisional results for Year 6 tests and assessments in 2018 are very high, showing strong leadership impact.
Areas Needing Improvement: Older pupils in key stage 2 need rapid progress in mathematics and mastery introduction started only in September 2018.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes in writing and mathematics improved significantly, but older pupils in key stage 2 need more rapid progress in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Extended writing workshops engage parents and support students; new leadership addresses weak teaching.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils feel safe and secure, enjoying challenging work in maths and other subjects.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding is effective, culture of vigilance, and staff are well-trained in responsibilities.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Governors have a link safeguarding governor ensuring rigorous accountability, creating a safe environment.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly positive about leadership; appreciate firm but fair approach on attendance.
Parental Involvement: Parents engaged through writing workshops and other school activities, contributing to improvement.
Outdoor Facilities: Nursery and Reception classes have transformed outdoor learning environments, providing secure and natural exploration areas.
Teacher Engagement: Staff training and responsibilities are emphasized, ensuring safeguarding and student support.
Impact on Student Progress: Leadership addressed weak teaching, leading to improved performance in writing and other subjects.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Rapid changes in leadership and slower progress in implementing new math teaching methods noted.
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St Joseph's RC Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Herefordshire, West Midlands.

It has 170 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.

At this school, 79% 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'd like to extend a hearty welcome to you on behalf of the St. Joseph's school community. I hope it provides you with a quick snapshot of who we are and what we do. We are a flourishing, joyful Catholic institution that offers a comprehensive and well-balanced curriculum. We approach education holistically, putting the development of the complete child and Christ at the centre of everything we do. According to Saint Pope John Paul II, Catholic education is the "heart of the curriculum" and the basis for the entire educational process. At St. Joseph's, we make sure that every student succeeds and has fun while also gaining the self-assurance to learn independently and make wise decisions about their future. We are dedicated to the collaboration between the family, school, and parish, and we believe that by doing so, our children will succeed. Through our shared commitment, we open our school to new students who will develop and labour in the love of Christ as we fulfil our goal. Being the headteacher of a flourishing, learning community with helpful staff, governors, and parents makes me proud. Please come and see us if you would want for your child to enrol in our school and develop and learn in the love of Christ. You can only see the implementation of our mission statement after you step foot inside our school. Please note that although Catholicism is not a requirement for students to enrol in our school, we do encourage families to be committed to understanding our Catholic ethos. We also ask for your help in spreading Christian values, which serve as the cornerstone for lifelong learning.
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夜来香研究所 grade
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B-
Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 2-11 3-11 5-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 20.2 - 20.2
Proficient Math 107 111 103
Proficient Read 106 107 106
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 107 98 97
Reading 106 100 98

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 79% 60.01% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 14% 8.81% 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 Below Average
Writing 1.4 Above Average
Maths 1.2 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 105 4 96 96
Reading 107 2 96 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 71% 2 64.72% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 24% 6 11.61% 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 4.7 Well Above Average
Writing 6.0 Well Above 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 101 2 92 94
Reading 105 3 94 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 73% 23 61.24% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 18% 10.46% 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 0.6 Average
Writing 3.6 Above Average
Maths -2.4 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 97 93
Reading 108 98 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 50% 58.8% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 7.94% 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 3.2 Above Average
Writing -1.6 Below Average
Maths -1.4 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 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 Joseph's RC Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1

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