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St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield
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St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield
- Primary
- Gateshead NE39 2JE
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Foundational Skills: Positive start in reading phonics; strong subject knowledge by staff
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum regularly reviewed for purpose and high expectations
Areas Needing Improvement: New curriculum plans in subjects like geography need clearer sequencing for mixed-age classes
Performance in Maths & Reading: Confident discussion about learning and accurate explanations of mathematical concepts
Support for Falling Behind: Adaptations are made to support all pupils and keep up with peers
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are calm, focused, and show empathy and understanding
Support for SEND Pupils: Prompt identification and dedicated support for SEND; use of additional professionals planned carefully
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements in place
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Well-being of staff and pupils is a high priority
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about the school, appreciating how well staff know their children
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a range of after-school clubs and learning opportunities
Teacher Engagement: Regular training for staff; well-supported staff
Impact on Student Progress: Positive impact on pupil learning and confidence in subjects like reading and math
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment strategies not fully embedded yet
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St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 93 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 24% 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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C+
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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 | 18.6 | 25.8 | 15.9 |
| Proficient Math | 98 | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 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 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 103 | 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 | 24% | 61.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.28% | 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 | - |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | -5.1 | 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 | 105 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 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% 10 | 64.47% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.06% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 3 | 103 | 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 | 69% 6 | 67.78% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 2 | 9.47% | 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 | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 102 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 102 | 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% | 64.57% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 8.84% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.0 | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th 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 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield
Local authority ratio 18 : 1