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Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
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Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
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- Chelmsford CM2 0RG
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| Previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Literacy teaching is outstanding, and in other areas, teaching supports good progress.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress with attainment above average by the end of Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not always set work at the right level of difficulty. Homework is not always matched carefully enough to what each pupil needs.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment is above average for reading and writing and high in mathematics by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs receive appropriate help in class and when withdrawn for additional support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have exceptionally positive attitudes to learning, and behaviour and safety are outstanding.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs make good progress due to appropriate help in class and additional support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is very rare but rigorously followed up. Pupils are aware of different types of bullying and feel very safe at school.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Attendance is consistently above average, and there is a climate of exceptionally high expectations for behaviour across the school.
Parental Involvement: Many parents volunteer regularly in the school, enriching pupils’ learning.
Parent Feedback: The majority of parents are supportive of the school's work, with some concerns about leadership changes and communication.
Extracurricular Activities: Additional activities led by parent volunteers, such as sport and cooking, provide rich opportunities for pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: The inside and outside environment in the Early Years Foundation Stage is stimulating and challenging.
Teacher Engagement: Senior leaders ensure teaching is good through checks, mentoring, and training. Teachers reinforce skills continually during lessons.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils develop skills in reading, writing, communication, and mathematics across different subjects and topics. Literacy teaching is excellent.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: School leaders use data to check the school’s performance and pupils’ progress effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Assessment information is not always used by weaker teachers to shape tasks based on pupils' abilities.
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About Us
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 217 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 72% 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 | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
B-
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D+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 5-7 | 4-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.7 | 23.7 | 22.9 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | - | - |
| Proficient Read | 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 | 106 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 72% | 57.55% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 8.79% | 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 | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 108 1 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 4 | 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 | 75% 13 | 61.97% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 10.71% | 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 | 2.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 | 107 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 112 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 | 88% 19 | 60.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% 9 | 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 | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 106 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 93 | 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 | 69% | 58.37% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 9.05% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | 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 Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1