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St Mary's CofE (A) First School
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St Mary's CofE (A) First School
- Primary
- Uttoxeter ST14 7LX
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers plan engaging activities that develop skills in literacy and numeracy effectively
Success of the Curriculum: Since curriculum changes, more pupils are on track to exceed age-related expectations
Areas Needing Improvement: Outdoor provision in early years needs more creative activities
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading progress is a strength; above national average in phonics check
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are friendly, respectful, and have positive attitudes towards learning
Support for Falling Behind: Less-able pupils need better resources and more opportunities in writing
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel very safe in school, and bullying is quickly addressed
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school is caring, inclusive and ensures pupils are extremely well cared for and safe
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school's work and improvements
Parental Involvement: Increased opportunities for parental involvement noted, such as 'family learning' sessions
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of clubs and activities, including sports and enrichment afternoons, are offered
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor provision in early years needs to be more stimulating
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is high; they work well as a team with higher expectations
Impact on Student Progress: Effective action has led to consistent teaching quality and good pupil progress
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular evaluations and external validations ensure all staff accountabilities align with pupil progress
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some less-able students struggle due to limited resources in writing tasks
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St Mary's CofE (A) First School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 200 students from age 3-9 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
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 |
D-
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-9 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.2 | 25.8 | 23.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 100 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's CofE (A) First School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1