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St Mary's CofE Primary School
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St Mary's CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Bucknell SY7 0AA
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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 |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading has a high priority in the school. Staff teach reading well. Teachers give pupils books that match their known sounds.
Success of the Curriculum: The school provides a good quality of education. Curriculum plans in reading, mathematics, and music are well planned.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects like history, staff are still developing curriculum plans to ensure students learn and apply subject-specific skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve high standards in the Year 1 phonics check. In mathematics, teachers plan well-structured lessons meeting all pupils' needs.
Support for Falling Behind: Adults support any pupil who struggles to keep up. Pupils with SEND receive good support to develop confidence and independence.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are friendly, polite, work hard, and show respect. There is a calm atmosphere in classrooms and around school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are helped to develop confidence and independence, as well as building their subject knowledge and skills across the curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare, and when it does happen, staff are quick to deal with it. Leaders have established a vigilant and caring ethos.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders check staff suitability diligently, and pupils learn to keep themselves safe, including railway safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: Governors visit to monitor school’s work and inform parents properly.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils undertake musical, art, sporting and other enrichment activities, including forest school activities, survival club, and educational visits.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils benefit from forest school activities which they thoroughly enjoy. Outdoor facilities support varied and engaging activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers form strong relationships with pupils and allow them to learn without distractions.
Impact on Student Progress: A more consistent approach to teaching mathematics throughout the school has strengthened due to good use of staff expertise.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders provide effective support and have built positive relationships with staff, who feel well supported.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subject leaders are new to their roles and require further support and guidance.
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About Us
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 63 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 50% 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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Co-educational Church of England (Voluntary Aided) school for students between the ages of 4 and 11 is called St. Mary's. There are strong ties between our parish church and our school. Together, we cultivate a loving and encouraging family environment based on the ideals and tenets of the Christian faith. The teaching staff aims to personalise the learning experiences for the kids while still achieving excellent results, using our commitment to creativity to push limits whenever feasible. It is a highly joyful and fulfilling school where students are encouraged to develop, discover, and become a vital part of the community. Our school was founded on the principle that every child is exceptional and has unique abilities that should be developed. Every child should be given the chance to succeed with the right kind of support and challenge. Children can thrive at St. Mary's because of the cheerful and safe environment we offer. Because Bucknell is a small town, we appreciate our relationships with parents and recognise that raising kids and fostering their development take a team effort. As long as your kid is enrolled at St. Mary's, we are always accessible for meetings and discussions about their progress. At St. Mary's, we have wonderful kids and very high expectations and standards. I hope this prospectus helps you learn more about the institution. Visit our website for more information, or contact the school office to schedule a visit; Mrs. Morgan, the administrator, will be pleased to assist you. We are looking forward to working with you as a part of the school community since it can be exciting and gratifying for both parents and children.
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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 |
C
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.4 | 25.8 | 9 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 100 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 102 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 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 | 50% | 52.56% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.78% | 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 | -5.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | 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 | 105 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 92 | 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 | 38% | 58.26% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.13% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.1 | 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 | - | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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 | - | 55.82% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.44% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | - | 81 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 82 | 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 | - | 49.58% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.91% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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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 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1