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Bollington Cross CofE Primary School
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Bollington Cross CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Bollington SK10 5EG
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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: Recently changed phonics curriculum makes pupils more confident and fluent readers.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum is ambitious and introduces a broad range of subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: In a few subjects, curriculum content is not clearly defined or taught.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Changes in phonics curriculum improved reading; mathematics curriculum well-designed.
Support for Falling Behind: Well-trained staff support pupils who need extra help to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, listen respectfully, and are confident in sharing opinions.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff use appropriate strategies to help SEND pupils succeed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff deal swiftly with any unkindness or bullying. Pupils feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong safeguarding culture with regular training for staff.
Parent Feedback: Parents value the school’s efforts to reduce staff workload and promote well-being.
Extracurricular Activities: Extensive extra-curricular programme including sports, music, and outdoor learning.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils enjoy the artificial grass area during lunchtimes.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers are conscientious in checking pupils’ understanding and ensuring progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers do not check well enough if pupils have understood content.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use assessment strategies to identify gaps in knowledge.
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About Us
Bollington Cross CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 192 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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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Our school Values were developed by our pupils, parents, governors and staff. to raise children that are kind, cheerful, and eager to learn. We do this by teaching a rich, broad curriculum and nurturing every child in a safe, supportive environment, which is rooted in Christian values. Our Staff have pledged the following in order to achieve this;. We promote leading a physically and mentally healthy lifestyle as good role models. We cultivate a good working relationship with all students, parents, and faculty. Regardless of background, requirements, experiences, or difficulties, we are welcoming of all. We respect everyone in the school community as well as the time and resources they have to provide. We ensure that the school day is filled with joy, hilarity, and smiles.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.6 | 25.8 | 18.4 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 108 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 61% | 58.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 5.41% | 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 | 4.7 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | 3.4 | 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 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 102 | 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 | 70% 7 | 64.44% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 5 | 7.66% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | 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 | 102 1 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 102 | 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 | 63% 10 | 66.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 10 | 8.07% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above 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 | 103 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 101 | 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 | 73% | 63.18% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.47% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bollington Cross CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
