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Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
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Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
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- Eccleshall ST21 6AU
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: High-quality teaching leads to standards above national average in reading and mathematics at key stages 1 and 2
Success of the Curriculum: Lively, innovative learning experiences enhance cultural and language development
Areas Needing Improvement: Some pupils need more challenge in writing and mathematics
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve well above the national average in reading, but variability exists in writing and mathematics
Support for Falling Behind: Training and support are provided to address slowing progress for the most able pupils
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well behaved, keen to work hard, and enthusiastic learners
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff deal with bullying quickly; effective training on safeguarding
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Regular safeguarding training and detailed record-keeping promote pupil welfare and safety
Parent Feedback: Majority of parents are positive about the school and would recommend it
Parental Involvement: Parents value positive relationships with teachers and the great start in Nursery and Reception
Extracurricular Activities: Enrichment activities include visits from various professionals and strong teamwork-building residential visits
Outdoor Facilities: Effective use of the local environment for nature and gardening knowledge and skills
Teacher Engagement: Leaders' collaborative work helps continuously improve teaching
Impact on Student Progress: High-quality teaching results in good progress from starting points
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular monitoring and clear understanding of teaching strengths and areas needing improvement
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some classes show variability in challenge for the most able pupils
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About Us
Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 255 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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Being the recently appointed principal of such a kind and welcoming school makes me very happy.
With our school's slogan of "Believe, Achieve, Inspire," I'm honoured to guide and assist the students, faculty, and academy family.
At Bishop Lonsdale, we take great pride in our morals, Christian ethos, compassionate neighbourhood, kids, and staff.
Together, we put a lot of effort into giving all of our wonderful kids an engaging and fascinating educational experience.
Our top priority is making sure every child in our care makes at least good progress.
We want to help our kids better comprehend what it means to live in a diverse community while promoting British ideals of equality and diversity.
Additionally, we are a member of the St. Chad's Academies Trust family, which supports and challenges us on our path to excellence.
We want to make sure that our kids are engaged in their learning and feel comfortable, happy, secure, confident, and excited about it.
High expectations, standards, and values are cultivated, and success is positively tracked and acknowledged. High self-esteem is also encouraged.
Here at Bishop Lonsdale, we value fostering each child's individuality and attending to their specific requirements.
You are more than welcome to visit the school in person; to schedule a visit, please email [email protected] or call 01785 336512.
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With our school's slogan of "Believe, Achieve, Inspire," I'm honoured to guide and assist the students, faculty, and academy family.
At Bishop Lonsdale, we take great pride in our morals, Christian ethos, compassionate neighbourhood, kids, and staff.
Together, we put a lot of effort into giving all of our wonderful kids an engaging and fascinating educational experience.
Our top priority is making sure every child in our care makes at least good progress.
We want to help our kids better comprehend what it means to live in a diverse community while promoting British ideals of equality and diversity.
Additionally, we are a member of the St. Chad's Academies Trust family, which supports and challenges us on our path to excellence.
We want to make sure that our kids are engaged in their learning and feel comfortable, happy, secure, confident, and excited about it.
High expectations, standards, and values are cultivated, and success is positively tracked and acknowledged. High self-esteem is also encouraged.
Here at Bishop Lonsdale, we value fostering each child's individuality and attending to their specific requirements.
You are more than welcome to visit the school in person; to schedule a visit, please email [email protected] or call 01785 336512.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | 15.3 | - |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 104 | - |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 104 | - |
| 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 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 48% | 57.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.8% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 101 4 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 6 | 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 | 56% 15 | 61.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 3 | 9.38% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | 105 1 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 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 | 71% 3 | 62.07% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 8.87% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 94 | 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 | 68% | 60.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.58% | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | Above 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 Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1