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St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School
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St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School
- Primary
- Torbay TQ1 4QH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school uses assessment effectively in subjects such as reading and mathematics to check pupils’ understanding of the curriculum.
Success of the Curriculum: Ambitious curriculum design is implemented well, and most pupils learn and remember more over time due to teachers’ secure subject knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Strengths observed in some areas are not fully embedded across the school, and some pupils do not learn as well.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Any gaps in knowledge are quickly identified, and pupils receive the additional help that they need.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils who struggle to behave appropriately are supported with kindness and understanding; approach to behaviour is consistent.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils get the support they need but writing support can be inconsistent.
Support for SEND Pupils: Support can be too generic; some staff need to adapt learning with precision to address individual needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are self-aware, tolerant, and respectful of the views of others; well informed about diversity and world around them.
Parent Feedback: Parents have high praise for the way the school communicates and impacts their children’s education.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers' subject knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn best are strengths.
Impact on Student Progress: Majority of pupils learn and remember more over time; some areas need better embedding.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff have consistently high expectations in some areas, but not all staff address errors in writing quickly enough.
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About Us
St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Devon, South West.
It has 293 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 26% 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 basic teaching spaces consist of 11 classrooms, an especially created nursery, a Family Learning Centre/Computer Suite, and a sizable hall.
Since we are a Church of England school, there isn't a place that is set apart just for it.
Please refer to the accompanying document that contains the admissions requirements.
Children ages 3 to 11 are welcome at our Church of England primary and nursery school.
There are about 300 students enrolled in the primary school.
Each age group can accept a maximum of 45 kids.
The admissions brochure contains a detailed explanation of the school's admissions policy.
Two elected delegates from each year group make up the School Council.
A recent attempt for school improvement involved the School Council significantly.
We have been expanding our grounds to provide calm spots for kids to sit and giving them a more exciting play environment during break and lunchtimes after consulting with the Council and parents.
The Governors maintain connections with St. Christopher's MAT and collaborate closely with important school personnel.
Every month, the whole governing board meets and focuses on a new portfolio.
Mixed-age classrooms are used to teach children.
A specific teacher oversees the coordination of each curriculum area.
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Since we are a Church of England school, there isn't a place that is set apart just for it.
Please refer to the accompanying document that contains the admissions requirements.
Children ages 3 to 11 are welcome at our Church of England primary and nursery school.
There are about 300 students enrolled in the primary school.
Each age group can accept a maximum of 45 kids.
The admissions brochure contains a detailed explanation of the school's admissions policy.
Two elected delegates from each year group make up the School Council.
A recent attempt for school improvement involved the School Council significantly.
We have been expanding our grounds to provide calm spots for kids to sit and giving them a more exciting play environment during break and lunchtimes after consulting with the Council and parents.
The Governors maintain connections with St. Christopher's MAT and collaborate closely with important school personnel.
Every month, the whole governing board meets and focuses on a new portfolio.
Mixed-age classrooms are used to teach children.
A specific teacher oversees the coordination of each curriculum area.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
C
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C-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.4 | 19.6 | 21.3 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | - | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | 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 | 99 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 26% | 53.06% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.9 | Well Below 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 | 106 1 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 101 | 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 | 76% 8 | 64.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 4 | 8.93% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | 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 5 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 5 | 104 | 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 | 84% 20 | 59.93% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 7 | 7.37% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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 | 102 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 96 | 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% | 54.11% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 6.74% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.7 | Below 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1