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St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn
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St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn
- Primary
- Livesey BB2 5EP
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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, writing, and mathematics skills are applied across subjects, enhancing learning and progress.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum provides varied and interesting learning opportunities with memorable experiences.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistent progress in writing across the school.
Performance in Maths & Reading: More pupils reach higher levels in reading, writing, and mathematics by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support helps pupils make better progress, especially in writing.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exemplary; pupils are well-mannered, polite, and supportive of each other.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with disabilities and special needs are well supported to achieve their best.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying rarely happens, and any incidents are quickly resolved. Pupils feel extremely safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school makes pupils' personal development and welfare a priority.
Parent Feedback: The vast majority of parents are happy with the school and feel their child is safe.
Parental Involvement: Parents support local and national charities, and engage in school activities.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of clubs and out-of-school events are offered.
Outdoor Facilities: Well-resourced indoor and outdoor areas for learning and play.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are keen to develop their skills further, with regular training and observation opportunities.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching improvements lead to good or better pupil progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks and feedback on teaching quality ensure continuous improvement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Not enough teaching is consistently outstanding.
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St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 214 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 81% 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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"As God's family, we desire to love, grow, learn, and accomplish more than we ever imagined."
Mr. Gary Foster here, and I'm honoured to serve as the headteacher of St. Paul's RC Primary School.
St. Paul's is unique because it prioritises the needs of the kids above all else.
The school St. Paul's R.C. Primary only has one form of entry.
At St. Paul's, every student is valued, and the kids are at the centre of everything we do.
Our objective is to involve children in their learning while assisting them in developing a positive and responsible attitude toward one another, the school, and the school community. We feel that excellent behaviour is essential to maintaining the positive and caring ethos of the school.
Despite the fact that our school has a long history, we are always looking for ways to enhance the offerings.
We continuously face new obstacles in education, just like in all aspects of life, as a result of both educational advancements and parental and kid expectations.
We want to be a vital part of the community and to approach education with a forward-thinking perspective.
As a Catholic institution, we stand out as distinct.
We are a Catholic school first and foremost because we practise prayer, worship, Gospel ideals, Mass celebration, and sacrament preparation.
The kids at St. Paul's Catholic Primary School are inspired and helped to reach their best potential.
We take great pride in our students and view it as an honour to serve the church and community by providing the kids with the greatest start in education.
I hope that our website provides you with some insight into our school, although a visit is always preferable.
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Mr. Gary Foster here, and I'm honoured to serve as the headteacher of St. Paul's RC Primary School.
St. Paul's is unique because it prioritises the needs of the kids above all else.
The school St. Paul's R.C. Primary only has one form of entry.
At St. Paul's, every student is valued, and the kids are at the centre of everything we do.
Our objective is to involve children in their learning while assisting them in developing a positive and responsible attitude toward one another, the school, and the school community. We feel that excellent behaviour is essential to maintaining the positive and caring ethos of the school.
Despite the fact that our school has a long history, we are always looking for ways to enhance the offerings.
We continuously face new obstacles in education, just like in all aspects of life, as a result of both educational advancements and parental and kid expectations.
We want to be a vital part of the community and to approach education with a forward-thinking perspective.
As a Catholic institution, we stand out as distinct.
We are a Catholic school first and foremost because we practise prayer, worship, Gospel ideals, Mass celebration, and sacrament preparation.
The kids at St. Paul's Catholic Primary School are inspired and helped to reach their best potential.
We take great pride in our students and view it as an honour to serve the church and community by providing the kids with the greatest start in education.
I hope that our website provides you with some insight into our school, although a visit is always preferable.
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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-
|
C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.8 | 25.8 | 20.8 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 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 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 98 | 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 | 81% | 54.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 6.41% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 104 1 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 69% 2 | 61.15% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 6 | 8.42% | 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 | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | 105 2 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 100 | 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 | 71% 7 | 61.63% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 5 | 8.31% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | 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 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 64% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 5.87% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn
Local authority ratio 18 : 1