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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley
- Primary
- Hinckley and Bosworth LE10 1AW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Consistent approach to teaching phonics. Staff trained to help pupils become accurate and fluent readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Effective systems in place to identify and support pupils, but curriculums are not well-planned in all subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Curriculums for history and mathematics need clearer identification of what pupils should learn each year.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Love of reading is clear. Pupils read regularly to adults and show positive attitudes to reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers assess pupils鈥� learning in lessons and provide necessary support and challenge.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well with high expectations from staff. Positive relationships between pupils and staff.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective systems to identify and support pupils with SEND. Teachers adapt teaching to meet needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe at school with positive relationships between pupils and staff.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff value well-being support and enjoy working at the school. Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Parent Feedback: Majority of parents recommend the school. Described as 'home from home' for children.
Parental Involvement: Parents' views considered via Ofsted Parent View.
Extracurricular Activities: Extensive opportunities for personal development including school parliament and digital leaders.
Outdoor Facilities: Rich learning environment noted in early years.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers present information clearly and are knowledgeable. Regular feedback helps pupils improve.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use knowledge to ensure appropriate support and challenge.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers assess learning and address misconceptions well. Some activities could be more effective.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Choice of activities sometimes limits pupil progress, leading to frustration.
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About Us
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 252 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 49% 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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It brings me great pleasure to welcome your family to our school website on behalf of the faculty, governors, students, and parents. You can see that we are a successful Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary school in the centre of Hinckley town centre by browsing the many headings on our website. Our school's welcoming learning environment was developed by a dedicated staff team, a helpful governing body, enthusiastic parents, and eager learners. From Foundation to Year 6, there are high expectations for behaviour and learning. Children may learn and grow as young adults in a safe and joyful environment thanks to the school's amazing "family" atmosphere. One of the secrets to our success is emphasising the good in everything we say and do, making a commitment to serving as positive role models, and exhibiting respect for one another. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for. However, nothing cannot replace a visit to the school, so we do invite you to stop by and see us in action. In particular if you are looking for a school for your child, our kids would love to show you around, and I'm always pleased to answer any questions you may have. To schedule a visit, don't hesitate to get in touch with the school office.
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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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D
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.7 | 25.8 | 20.8 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 101 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 98 | 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 | 49% | 57.49% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 7.1% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 4.9 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | 103 1 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 4 | 99 | 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 | 52% 1 | 63.64% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 11 | 10.73% | 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 | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | 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 | 102 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 53% 2 | 62.19% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 8 | 9.63% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 92 | 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 | 55% | 56.02% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.56% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | -1.8 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 9th Jul 2025 - 24th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 8th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley
Local authority ratio 19 : 1