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St Oswald's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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St Oswald's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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- Fulford YO10 4LX
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teaching of writing and mathematics has improved, leading to stronger pupil progress.
Success of the Curriculum: The engaging curriculum offers extended learning beyond the classroom.
Foundational Skills: Prioritising reading is central; phonics and reading resources support fluency.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad, well-considered curriculum sparks interest and curiosity. Continuous self-improvement is valued.
Areas Needing Improvement: Challenge level for pupils in lower key stage 2 is inconsistent.
Areas Needing Improvement: Curriculum changes need consistent implementation across lessons.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Current pupils are making good progress in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Swift actions and support systems are in place to ensure students catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well; they are respectful, caring, and highly self-confident.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading progress at key stage 2 is strong, with many achieving higher standards.
Support for Falling Behind: Relevant information promptly shared to support SEND pupils鈥� access to curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes; respect and kindness are central values. Behaviour is commendable.
Support for SEND Pupils: Strong support ensures that the progress of pupils with SEND matches that of their peers.
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils are integral members, supported by knowledgeable staff.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is extremely rare; teachers deal with it effectively, ensuring a safe environment.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: There is a strong culture of safeguarding, and leaders take timely actions to keep pupils safe.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and robustly managed; pupil safety is a priority.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very supportive of the school's leadership, contributing to high morale in the school.
Parental Involvement: Parents frequently contribute to the school's system of recording children's learning.
Extracurricular Activities: A range of clubs such as football, tag rugby, and dance enriches pupils' experiences.
Extracurricular Activities: Wealth of clubs and trips, including eco and debate clubs, enriches pupil experience.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers value opportunities to improve their practice and willingly try new ideas.
Impact on Student Progress: Leaders' accurate monitoring ensures any required support for teachers swiftly secures improvements.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Frequent and accurate monitoring links quality of teaching to pupils' outcomes.
Teacher Engagement: Staff describe St Oswald鈥檚 as their 鈥榙ream job鈥�, feeling well-supported.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff model language specific to subjects; pupils use expertise.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some leaders' skills require further development in evaluating the effect of their actions.
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About Us
St Oswald's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 308 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 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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Everyone is valued and all relationships are based on trust, respect, equality and celebration of diversity. Everyone has the chance to grow, succeed, and make a variety of contributions to be the best they can be. Everyone is urged to assume accountability for themselves, for one another, and for the environment. Everything we do helps children develop personally, spiritually, morally, and culturally. Children are happy and confident and play a valued role in their local community. " Recognising its historic foundation, the school will preserve and develop its religious character in accordance with the principles of the Church of England and in partnership with the Church at parish and diocesan level. The school aims to serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Christian belief and practice. It encourages an understanding of the meaning and significance of faith, and promotes Christian values through the experience it offers to all its pupils.". Everyone learning, looking out for one another, and getting ready for the future.
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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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B-
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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 | 21.5 | - | 25.1 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 107 | 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 | 106 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 99 | 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% | 60.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.69% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1 | 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 | 107 4 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 | 102 | 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 | 73% 15 | 66.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 14 | 12.51% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | 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 | 103 1 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 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 | 58% 4 | 64.87% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 4 | 10% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | 104 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 101 | 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 | 62% | 61.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 11.42% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -3.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | Below 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Oswald's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1