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St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Lytham
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Lytham
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is taught well, leading to fluent, confident readers among the youngest pupils.
Success of the Curriculum: Middle leaders have created an engaging, knowledge-rich curriculum that excites pupils.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum with logical knowledge progression prepares pupils for future stages
Areas Needing Improvement: Too few of the most able pupils are achieving at higher standards; efforts are underway to address this.
Foundational Skills: Foundations in reading, maths, and phonics are being improved, ensuring quick learning
Areas Needing Improvement: Phonics programme consistency needs strengthening for effective impact
Support for Falling Behind: Effective interventions are in place to help those with SEND and other struggling pupils catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show commendable behaviour; they are polite, and resilience programs have been successful.
Support for Falling Behind: Phonics programme refined; teachers adapting lessons for better support
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils respectful and kind, creating a calm learning environment
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading is a strength, but past maths outcomes were poor, though current improvements are noted.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading attainment below average; measures to improve phonics are underway
Support for SEND Pupils: SEND pupils receive good support through appropriate assessments and resources.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive well-matched and effective support
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and any incidents are dealt with promptly and effectively by staff.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Vulnerable pupils are well looked after, with strong support systems in place.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils trust adults for safety; systems ensure consistent attendance
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Proactive in safeguarding with a supportive school culture
Parent Feedback: Parents feel the staff, including the headteacher, are approachable and responsive to concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents value school's approach; feedback collected via Ofsted Parent View
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of clubs and activities from sports to music enrich pupils鈥� school life.
Outdoor Facilities: The school uses outdoor space effectively for activities like woodland learning and play.
Extracurricular Activities: Rich variety including sewing, golf, and book club
Outdoor Facilities: Extensive outdoor grounds allow safe adventurous activities
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are well-supported and morale is high, contributing to improved teaching quality.
Impact on Student Progress: Focused staff training and support have positively impacted student achievement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular assessments and professional judgements help tailor lessons to pupil needs.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers trained and involved in curriculum delivery
Impact on Student Progress: Well-trained teachers ensure pupil progress
Teaching Staff Challenges: Efforts to address girls outperforming boys in certain areas are ongoing, with some early positive signs.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Phonics teaching needs consistent improvement
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About Us
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Lytham is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 206 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 84% 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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| 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 | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.8 | 25.8 | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 108 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 97 | 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 | 84% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 7.4% | 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 | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 2.4 | 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 5 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 4 | 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 | 86% 36 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 13 | 9.2% | 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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 102 5 | 94 | 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 | 50% 33 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 16 | 9.08% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.8 | 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 | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 83% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 7.79% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | Above Average |
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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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Lytham
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
