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St Mary's CofE Primary School
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St Mary's CofE Primary School
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- Trafford M41 5TJ
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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: Reading skills are developed well. Standards in phonics are above average.
Success of the Curriculum: Teaching, learning and assessment are good. All teachers are keen to share what works well to help pupils learn best.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some gaps remain in pupils鈥� grammar, spelling and punctuation skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make at least good progress throughout the school in reading, writing and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders track pupils鈥� progress thoroughly, so pupils at risk of being 'left behind' are identified quickly. Well-targeted support is put into place.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour and attitudes to learning are of a very high standard. They show great respect for adults and each other.
Support for SEND Pupils: The provision for pupils who have special educational needs or disability is led well. Additional learning and emotional needs are identified quickly and individual learning plans are put into place.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say they feel very safe and well cared for in school.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: This is a happy and very caring school. Pupils鈥� personal development and welfare have a high priority and safety is important to all staff.
Parent Feedback: Almost without exception, parents are highly positive about the education provided for their children and the care they receive.
Parental Involvement: Parents are exceptionally positive about the staff and leadership of the school as well as the safe and caring environment it provides for their children.
Extracurricular Activities: Learning is enriched by a good range of after school clubs, visits and visitors. Many activities extend learning beyond the classroom and help pupils learn new skills.
Outdoor Facilities: Children learn in well-organised and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning and play areas.
Teacher Engagement: All teachers are keen to share what works well to help pupils learn best.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils make consistently good progress. Teachers deploy an effective range of learning activities.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Observations of learning and teaching and scrutiny of pupils鈥� work show that pupils make consistently good progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: At times, the level of challenge is not high enough to enable pupils to make the progress of which they are capable.
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About Us
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 196 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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. Mary's offers a joyful, stimulating learning environment. Everyone who comes to work or visits is made to feel important and at home. Our school's ideals, "Faith Family Future - Building a positive future for all as part of God's loving family," serve as the foundation for everything we do. We are a voluntary-aided Church of England primary school that has strong links with St. Mary the Virgin, our church. Our goal is to provide a joyful, caring environment that fosters learning, with close communication between the home, church, school, and the larger community. At St. Mary's, we take great pride in the fact that we truly are a "school family." At St. Mary's, we think that every kid is special and deserves to be recognised for the unique skills and abilities they possess. We constantly urge our kids to put in their best effort, to be self-assured, and to feel good about themselves. In this manner, they will have the bravery to make their distinct contribution to the world and continually surpass their own expectations. Everything we do revolves around the children in our care. I would be happy to show you around if you would like to schedule a visit to our school. establishing a bright future for everyone as a member of God's devoted family.
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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 | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.7 | 25.8 | 24.6 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 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 | 104 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 104 | 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 | 69% | 65.34% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 13.03% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 108 5 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 101 | 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 | 77% 7 | 74.12% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 10 | 16.63% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 97 | 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 | 70% 11 | 70.93% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 7 | 14.9% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | 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 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 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 | 59% | 67.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 10.88% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1