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St Mark's Church of England Primary School
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St Mark's Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Lambeth SE11 5SL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Well-trained teachers ensure younger pupils learn phonics systematically
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils do well in mathematics and systematic learning helps build knowledge
Areas Needing Improvement: Current planning and teacher expertise in science and music need review
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils generally read with accuracy and fluency, do well in mathematics
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers give extra support to those pupils who fall behind helping them catch-up
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are friendly, polite and kind
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders and teachers adjust teaching to meet goals of pupils with SEND
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, staff respond if it occurs, pupils feel safe
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders organize workshops for understanding different risks
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about the school's community feeling
Parental Involvement: Leaders involve parents in learning and offer workshops
Extracurricular Activities: Many clubs, enough to meet everyone鈥檚 interests
Outdoor Facilities: Early years children enjoy plentiful indoor and outdoor activities
Teacher Engagement: Staff are fully committed to the school鈥檚 aims
Impact on Student Progress: Clear guidance and planning help pupils build knowledge
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers check pupils鈥� reading progress often
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subjects like science need better planning and teacher expertise
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About Us
St Mark's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater London, London.
It has 220 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 57% 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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We appreciate your interest in St Mark's Church of England Primary School and your visit to our school website.
In the centre of Oval, Kennington, and Vauxhall, we are an inclusive Church of England primary school with one form entry.
Our ethos is based on Christian principles, which assist to create a loving, caring atmosphere where children feel safe and cherished and where they can flourish in all areas of their development.
We're happy that this was acknowledged in our most recent Ofsted inspection (in September 2019), which gave us an Outstanding rating for the kids' personal development.
We can guarantee excellent instruction, demanding academic challenges, and engaging and unforgettable learning experiences thanks to our wide-ranging, inspirational curriculum.
In December 2015, Ofsted rated our school as "GOOD," and most recently, in September 2019, "GOOD with OUTSTANDING characteristics."
In September 2019, our Early Years programme received a GOOD rating.
You are welcome to get in touch with the school and schedule a visit.
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In the centre of Oval, Kennington, and Vauxhall, we are an inclusive Church of England primary school with one form entry.
Our ethos is based on Christian principles, which assist to create a loving, caring atmosphere where children feel safe and cherished and where they can flourish in all areas of their development.
We're happy that this was acknowledged in our most recent Ofsted inspection (in September 2019), which gave us an Outstanding rating for the kids' personal development.
We can guarantee excellent instruction, demanding academic challenges, and engaging and unforgettable learning experiences thanks to our wide-ranging, inspirational curriculum.
In December 2015, Ofsted rated our school as "GOOD," and most recently, in September 2019, "GOOD with OUTSTANDING characteristics."
In September 2019, our Early Years programme received a GOOD rating.
You are welcome to get in touch with the school and schedule a visit.
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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 |
A+
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.9 | - | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 111 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 108 |
| 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 | 99 | 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 | 57% | 61.94% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 9.19% | 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 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 106 4 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 3 | 98 | 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 | 60% 6 | 67.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 3 | 12.66% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | 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 | 102 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 4 | 96 | 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 | 66% 16 | 63.98% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 6 | 10.75% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 | 104 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 95 | 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% | 62.19% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 9.09% | 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 | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1