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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- Keighley BD21 1AR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers follow a structured phonics scheme, and reading corners are in every classroom.
Success of the Curriculum: Outcomes for pupils in key stage 1 and 2 have improved, with Year 6 attaining above national average in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Books given to pupils for practising reading are not always well-matched to their developing phonics knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Year 6 pupils attaining the expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics combined is above the national average.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils at risk of underachieving are quickly identified and appropriate support is put in place.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The majority of pupils behave well and have positive attitudes towards their learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support is provided when required. Close links with outside agencies are maintained.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff understand their role in safeguarding pupils and receive regular training.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High importance on mental health and well-being is placed across the school.
Parent Feedback: The vast majority of parents hold positive views about the school, valuing the support provided for pupils.
Parental Involvement: There is strong engagement with parents, including opportunities to listen to recorded stories at home.
Extracurricular Activities: Provision of residential trips and a wide range of enrichment experiences is a main strength of the school.
Teacher Engagement: Most staff feel well supported with high-quality training helping to improve their teaching practice.
Impact on Student Progress: Training ensures a more consistent experience for pupils, improving progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff feel there is a lack of consistency in managing pupils’ behaviour.
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 327 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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The Gospel ideals at the heart of St. Joseph's education for children. We work hard to establish a welcoming, friendly environment where kids can feel safe and succeed. We aim to develop a sense of self-worth and high esteem amongst all of our pupils and treat all equally, in this way all pupils are encouraged to realise their full potential; intellectually, emotionally, physically and spiritually, regardless of race, gender, religion or disability. We encourage everyone associated with the school to actively participate in achieving this goal. Spiritual beings who recognise the delight of having Christ as their companion and who uphold moral and ethical principles in society. Successful learners advance, have fun learning, and reach their full potential. People with self-assurance who can lead safe, healthy, and rewarding lives.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
B-
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A
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.5 | 19.6 | 19.9 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 103 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 102 | 103 |
| 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 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 101 | 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 | 69% | 56.64% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 5.95% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 105 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 96 | 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% 3 | 59.75% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 8.4% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above 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 | 105 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 72% | 56.47% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 7.48% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below 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.
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Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1