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Clarendon Primary School
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Clarendon Primary School
- Primary
- Bolton BL3 6SN
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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: The curriculum engages pupils’ interests because it is broad, balanced and exciting.
Success of the Curriculum: High-quality enrichment activities further enhance pupils’ enjoyment.
Areas Needing Improvement: The most-able pupils are not consistently challenged, particularly in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff monitor progress regularly and address underperformance quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exceptional attitudes to learning and exemplary behaviour are hallmarks of this successful school.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards at both Key Stage 1 and 2 have dipped but measures are in place to address these issues.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs or disability make good progress due to effective support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and pupils feel very confident that adults would sort it out straight away.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The quality of the learning environment is a real strength of the school.
Parent Feedback: Parents are overwhelmingly supportive of all aspects of the school’s work.
Parental Involvement: The school website provides parents with valuable support and information.
Extracurricular Activities: Numerous trips, out-of-school clubs, and special events enhance learning.
Teacher Engagement: Morale is high and staff are proud to work at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff work well together as a team, ensuring pupils make good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Helpful and constructive feedback supports teachers in developing their practice.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The performance of teaching assistants is not monitored as rigorously as that of teachers.
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About Us
Clarendon Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 472 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 54% 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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Our goal at Clarendon is to provide your kid the greatest possible start on their academic career. While attending Clarendon, we hope that your child will prosper and take advantage of all the possibilities the school provides. By the time your child leaves Clarendon we hope that they have developed the lifelong skills to be resilient, respectful and independent individuals who have a love of learning. At Clarendon, we offer a learning atmosphere with high standards and expectations that is secure, nurturing, and stimulating. Everyone feels respected at school, and our kids are content. Through our enriching curriculum, we hope to appreciate the individual talents and skills of each of our kids. We take great satisfaction in the educational opportunities we give each child and have a very committed and enthusiastic teaching staff. In order for parents to participate in their child's education and routinely review their child's learning and progress with staff, we firmly believe that there should be a close connection between home and school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
A+
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.6 | 25.8 | 21.8 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 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 | 103 | 102 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 102 | 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 | 54% | 63.62% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 9.95% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 0 | - |
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 | 101 1 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 100 3 | 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 | 44% 16 | 63.12% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 3 | 11.01% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 102 2 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 97 | 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% 1 | 62.53% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 9.35% | 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 | 4.4 | Well Above 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 | 104 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 98 | 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 | 61% | 59.43% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.84% | 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 | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 21st 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Clarendon Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
