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St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Bloxwich
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Bloxwich
- Primary
- Walsall WS3 3LY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Introduction of a systematic approach to teaching reading and focus on problem-solving boosts foundational skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils experience a broad, balanced curriculum that deepens their knowledge and develops interests.
Areas Needing Improvement: Increase guidance and support for the most able pupils for better progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders check teaching quality regularly; interventions are aimed at improving pupil outcomes.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behavior and attitudes are strengths; they are articulate, focused, and show good conduct.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment in reading is rising, but writing at greater depth is below average. Focus on reasoning and problem-solving in maths.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND make similar good progress as their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding systems are robust; parents and pupils are confident in the school's handling of safety issues.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes British values and a caring culture, ensuring pupils' well-being.
Parent Feedback: Parents expressed confidence in their child's happiness and safety at school.
Parental Involvement: Attendance improvements are shared with parents; positive rewards and assemblies encourage attendance.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have been trained to systematically improve reasoning in maths and analytical skills in reading.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils' progress in reading, writing, and maths is consistently monitored and shows improvement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on the quality of teaching ensure effective monitoring and improvements.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Most able pupils need more precise support to maximize their potential in key stages.
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Bloxwich is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 219 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 35% 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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"Pupils talk well about their school and are articulate." "Their behaviour around the school is excellent. This comes as a result of the school's emphasis on developing a caring culture. As you put it, "being the best I can" means making sure that every student is doing well." September 2018: Ofsted. Welcome to St. Peter's Catholic Primary School, may I extend my sincere greetings. If you are thinking about applying for a spot at St. Peter's, we really hope that you will choose us as your school. If you already have a child here, then we are happy to keep the connections open. I genuinely hope you, your family, and your kids have a wonderful holiday. Together, the home, school, and parish make up a significant and beneficial collaboration. In a loving, Catholic environment, we help our kids grow and mature in the context of the Gospel ideals and with a sense of Christian altruism. We have a tight connection to the welcoming St. Peter's Parish. We take great pride in being a Catholic institution. Governors, employees, and parents are all working hard to give our kids the most devoted education they can.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 25.8 | 18.8 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 109 | 102 |
| 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 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 99 | 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 | 35% | 56.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.69% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 104 2 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 2 | 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 | 56% 3 | 58% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 3 | 6.75% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 1 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 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 | 53% 12 | 57.79% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 4 | 5.6% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2 | 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 | 101 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 95 | 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 | 41% | 51.33% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 4.54% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Bloxwich
Local authority ratio 19 : 1