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St Nicholas Catholic Primary School
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St Nicholas Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- Leeds LS9 6QY
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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 | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Staff know the sounds that pupils should be able to read at each stage of the phonics programme.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have planned a curriculum that prepares pupils well for their future.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some staff require further training to understand the purpose of each activity they are supporting.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils start learning phonics as soon as they join Reception. Reading is important to all pupils.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support is provided, inside and outside of lessons, to fill gaps in learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy coming to school. They feel safe and know that if they tell an adult about a problem, it will quickly be sorted out.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive additional support in lessons, but targets sometimes lack detail about the specific support needed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils rarely see or hear bullying or unkind language. They feel safe and know that if they tell an adult about a problem, it will quickly be sorted out.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders work with parents and external agencies to keep pupils safe.
Parent Feedback: Parents have many opportunities to get involved in the school community.
Parental Involvement: Lesson visits, 鈥榮tay and play鈥� sessions and celebration assemblies allow parents to be part of their child鈥檚 journey.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils take part in a range of residential and educational visits. These events enrich their education.
Outdoor Facilities: Early years have access to engaging indoor and outdoor spaces.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are proud to work at the school and feel well supported by leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: Professional development opportunities contribute strongly to effective teaching.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders provide ongoing training to ensure phonics is taught consistently across the school.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff are new to the teaching of phonics and do not always identify pupils鈥� misconceptions quickly.
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About Us
St Nicholas Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 315 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 64% 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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All of us at St. Nicholas Catholic Primary School extend a very warm welcome. I hope you find our website interesting whether you are simply browsing it out of curiosity. I hope it keeps you informed if you are a current parent, and if you are a potential parent, I hope it gives you a sense of our school. Please feel free to contact us if it raises any questions; we'll be happy to respond. Our goal at St. Nicholas is to provide all of our students the tools they need to be contributing members of their communities, wherever they may be, and to continue growing as people and lifelong learners. We want to give them the skills they need to make the most of life while keeping in mind that, as we live our lives according to Gospel principles, we are all here to serve one another by using our talents to help and assist those who are in need. All of this must take place in a collaborative spirit with everyone who views our children as "wonderful treasures." Many people have referred to our school as a "oasis" in a very hectic world since it is such a special place to learn. Children feel safe, secure, and loved there just the way they are.
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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 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.6 | - | 16.9 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 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 | 105 | 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 | 64% | 57.84% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 8.83% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 105 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 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% 9 | 60.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 2 | 9.93% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 105 1 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 95 | 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 | 69% 11 | 57.58% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.82% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | 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 | 104 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 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 | 58% | 53.84% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 6.87% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Nicholas Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1