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Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, SEN, Reviews & Admission 2026
Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Symondsbury DT6 5LA
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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: Children learn phonics as soon as they start school in Reception.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has developed an ambitious curriculum from Reception to Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: Assessment opportunities between formal assessments are less well established.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Formal assessments check pupils’ knowledge and understanding.
Support for Falling Behind: The Den effectively supports pupils to improve their behaviour and attendance.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The school has high expectations for behaviour; pupils understand why poor behaviour should not be repeated.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school accurately identifies pupils with SEND and supports them with individual bespoke intervention and care plans.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The personal development curriculum teaches pupils how to keep themselves safe and well.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are confident how to stay safe when online and learn strategies to help their own mental health.
Parent Feedback: Parents are positive about the school, appreciating the care and support their children receive.
Parental Involvement: The school encourages parents to be part of school life through the community garden and reading workshops.
Extracurricular Activities: The school provides opportunities to learn outside of the classroom such as fossil hunting and visits to the local museum.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders are considerate of the workload and well-being of staff.
Impact on Student Progress: The school provides additional support for pupils who need help to catch up or keep up with their peers.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Most subjects have clearly set out the important knowledge and vocabulary that pupils should learn.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some pupils do not revisit important knowledge or make links between topics covered.
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About Us
Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 205 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 66% 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 goal of the new year is to "create a loving community where everyone may learn and shine!" '
Our school is extremely fortunate to have a highly qualified and committed staff that are passionate about nurturing and inspiring your children to achieve their very best.
We want to work in conjunction with you and our governors to make sure that every kid in our care realises their full potential.
I have worked with a variety of year groups as a teacher for nineteen years, serving as both the deputy head and the special education coordinator (Special Educational Needs Coordinator).
I earned my Master's in Early Mathematical Intervention in 2012.
At St. Mary's, we encourage students to push themselves academically and make sure they understand that making errors is an essential part of growing and improving their thinking.
My staff and I will do everything in our power to comprehend you and help you traverse the occasionally difficult path that comes with being a parent of a primary school-aged child.
Children should feel eager and happy to be a part of our school.
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Our school is extremely fortunate to have a highly qualified and committed staff that are passionate about nurturing and inspiring your children to achieve their very best.
We want to work in conjunction with you and our governors to make sure that every kid in our care realises their full potential.
I have worked with a variety of year groups as a teacher for nineteen years, serving as both the deputy head and the special education coordinator (Special Educational Needs Coordinator).
I earned my Master's in Early Mathematical Intervention in 2012.
At St. Mary's, we encourage students to push themselves academically and make sure they understand that making errors is an essential part of growing and improving their thinking.
My staff and I will do everything in our power to comprehend you and help you traverse the occasionally difficult path that comes with being a parent of a primary school-aged child.
Children should feel eager and happy to be a part of our school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C
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C+
|
C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.6 | 28.6 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 103 | 100 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 105 | 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 | 104 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 96 | 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 | 66% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 8.08% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 100 2 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 38% 27 | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 10.32% | 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 | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 102 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 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 | 65% 11 | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 7.71% | 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 | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 90 | 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 | 54% | 51.38% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.79% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th 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 | 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1