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St Lawrence CofE Primary School
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St Lawrence CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Church Stretton SY6 6EX
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of reading is a strength; phonics groups are organized well.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum has been redesigned for relevance and interest, though it's too early to show outcomes.
Foundational Skills: Strong focus on love of reading; new phonics approach.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum ambitious for all; precise knowledge order.
Areas Needing Improvement: Mathematics teaching needs improvement, with a focus on providing suitably challenging work.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ensure pupils grasp sounds before moving on.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional reading support is provided for pupils who are not reading enough.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour in class and during social times is excellent; pupils enjoy responsibilities.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional reading sessions for those needing support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well; lessons proceed without disruption.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading attainment is high across the school; progress in mathematics has slowed down.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading improvements needed for some pupils.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with specific social and emotional needs receive very strong pastoral support.
Support for SEND Pupils: Accurate identification, appropriate support for inclusion.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding is effective with strong procedures and staff training.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: A thoughtful curriculum enables pupils to understand how to keep themselves safe.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe; strong pastoral support noted.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Promotes emotional well-being extremely well.
Parent Feedback: Parents are happy with the quality of education and appreciate recent improvements.
Parental Involvement: Parents are involved through new clubs and wrap-around care.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly positive about caring, nurturing ethos.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a broad range of extracurricular clubs and sporting opportunities.
Extracurricular Activities: Extensive outdoor offer: hiking, camping, orienteering.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are happy and feel well supported, improving teaching quality.
Impact on Student Progress: The quality of teaching has improved; pupil attainment is rising.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Checks on teaching help identify and improve staff areas needing development.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teaching of mathematics is inconsistent and needs targeted improvement.
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About Us
St Lawrence CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 226 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 28 : 1.
At this school, 78% 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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St Lawrence Primary School, Church Stretton is a medium size school located in the heart of the beautiful Shropshire hills, serving a wide catchment area of pupils from surrounding villages. We have strong ties to the neighbourhood and the nearby St. Laurence's Church (note the different spelling). We currently have about 270 students enrolled in 10 mixed-age classes ranging in age from 4 to 11 years, and the nearby private nursery joined the school in September 2017. We currently have close to 300 students overall. The school's faculty is made up of a balanced mix of experienced teachers and those who were just hired, and each class is backed by a strong network of trained teaching assistants. The effective operation and prosperity of the school are greatly aided by the passionate "Friends" (PTA) and the active and dedicated Governing Body. We advocate for a welcoming and inclusive workplace for both staff and students. Our forest school is expanding, and every afternoon, people use the pool! Through staff-run groups and outside expertise, we not only support excellence in the National Curriculum but also provide a wide choice of extracurricular activities. Each lesson topic is supported by a variety of enrichment programmes. Every kid is valued, their needs are met, and we work to make sure all of our students enjoy their time here. Our team includes a Family Support Worker who can assist parents and students with a wide range of problems. Our school provides a place to develop new skills and friendships. We want to send the kids off to the big, wide world at the conclusion of Year 6 prepared for the rest of their schooling.
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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 | Outstanding |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 28.3 | 25.8 | 19.8 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 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 | 106 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 97 | 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 | 78% | 52.56% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 5.78% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 106 3 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 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 | 67% 6 | 58.26% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 11 | 9.13% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 3 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 94 | 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 | 61% 13 | 55.82% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 26 | 7.44% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 106 | 81 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 82 | 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 | 74% | 49.58% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 31% | 7.91% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 | 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 | 3rd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
28 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Lawrence CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1