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St Matthew's CofE Primary School
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School
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- Oldham OL9 0BN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The quality of teaching, including phonics, has improved considerably since the last inspection.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders鈥� actions have ensured that pupils now benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not consistently provide work that extends and challenges pupils, particularly those who are the most able.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils' attainment in reading, writing and mathematics is now above national averages.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders respond quickly and effectively to support vulnerable pupils and their families.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is outstanding with excellent attitudes to learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders work in partnership with parents and carers so that pupils' needs are met appropriately.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel very safe in school and know they can talk to an adult if they have any problems.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes pupils' mental health and well-being effectively.
Parent Feedback: Parents said that their children are safe and happy in school and making good progress.
Parental Involvement: Parents are encouraged to contribute through their online learning journal.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a diverse range of activities in which pupils can participate.
Outdoor Facilities: Alterations to the indoor and outdoor learning space now provide vibrant and exciting areas for children to learn.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers鈥� relationships with pupils are strong, and they manage pupils鈥� behavior well.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use assessment effectively to plan pupils鈥� learning well.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders check rigorously on the quality of teaching across the school and have an accurate picture of strengths and areas for development.
Teaching Staff Challenges: On occasion, the work planned by teachers does not meet the needs of a small minority of pupils.
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About Us
St Matthew's CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 396 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 36 : 1.
At this school, 67% 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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This is St. Matthew's CofE Primary School; welcome. Everyone in this place is dedicated to achieving our school's goals of "Excellence, Happiness, and Achievement" by creating a warm, lively environment in which each of our kids can thrive. Despite the size of our school, we make an effort to get to know each student individually. The team is committed to satisfying each child's unique needs via the pursuit of the best standard of care, teaching, and curriculum provision. Each child's abilities, interests, and talents are appreciated equally. We think that parents should be important learning partners in our efforts. In addition to regularly communicating with parents to review their children's progress, parents are allowed to assist in the classroom. We raise the kids in Christian ideals because we are a church school. We provide a variety of extracurricular activities like dance, chorus, sports groups, and gardening to name a few as part of our dedication to enhancing and widening the education of our kids. Our outstanding on-site before- and after-school care programme is a blessing. Our goal is to raise children who are autonomous, mature, and working hard to the best of their abilities. We want our kids to enjoy their time with us and have wonderful memories of St. Matthew's CofE Primary School. Please get in touch with us if you're looking for a school in Chadderton so you can take a look around; I'm sure you'll be impressed.
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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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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 36.4 | 25.8 | 28 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 104 |
| 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 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 101 | 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 | 67% | 54.41% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 4.29% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | Above 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 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 4 | 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 | 86% 14 | 61.11% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 3 | 7.75% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.0 | 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 | 106 2 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 103 | 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 | 72% 5 | 63.33% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 1 | 6.97% | 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 | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 108 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 97 | 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 | 77% | 56.12% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 5.49% | 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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | Above 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
36 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 24 : 1