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Broad Oak Community Primary School
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- St. Helens WA9 2JE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Access to services by young children and families | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: High-quality teaching and learning have helped pupils develop good language skills and attitudes across key stage 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress across subjects, with raised expectations in some areas like art.
Foundational Skills: Reading is central, with phonics programs effectively supporting literacy.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad, balanced, ambitious curriculum mapped out for all subjects effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Need to challenge pupils to deepen their mathematical knowledge and improve phonics application to reading and writing.
Areas Needing Improvement: Writing outcomes need improvement; recent curriculum changes are being implemented.
Support for Falling Behind: Clear assessments and matched teaching assist SEND pupils to make good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, respectful, and well-mannered, enjoying various sports clubs and visits.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support for struggling readers to help them catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Respectful, polite, and positive pupil attitudes enhance learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress has improved, but higher standards in reading and mathematics remain below national average.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Below national average in Year 6 math and writing; improvements needed.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support from staff helps SEND pupils make good progress in writing and mathematics.
Support for SEND Pupils: Quick and accurate identification of SEND needs; inclusive curriculum access.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Implemented clear programmes teach pupils personal and internet safety; strong safeguarding culture noted.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff receive high-quality training on safeguarding; partnerships with external agencies ensure appropriate support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Trust in staff to handle misbehavior quickly and effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong pastoral approach aids attendance and welfare.
Parent Feedback: The majority of parents feel the school is very good at supporting and developing their children academically.
Parental Involvement: Parents are pleased with their child's progress and find the school amazing.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have introduced structured approaches in teaching with trained staff prioritizing a range of vocabulary.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Clear procedures monitor teaching quality, showing pupils make good progress across subjects.
Teacher Engagement: Staff benefit from high-quality training provided by the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Structured teaching approaches enhance grammar and punctuation but can be restrictive for the most able pupils.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Restricted curriculum approach limits most able pupils' writing ability.
Impact on Student Progress: Curriculum designed to close learning gaps; some areas need time to embed.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs and trips enhance curriculum and interests.
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Broad Oak Community Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 656 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 43% 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 supportive family environment we foster for our kids is something we take great pride in at Broad Oak. Our school values, which we urge our kids to uphold during their time with us, are reflected in this. Together, as a team, we can learn and develop. I have a never-give-up mindset, so even when things are difficult.
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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 |
B+
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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 | 19.2 | 25.8 | 2.9 |
| Proficient Math | 98 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 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 | 98 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 102 | 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 | 43% | 60.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.76% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | 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 | 103 1 | 104 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 103 | 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 | 67% 4 | 65.83% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 10.58% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 1 | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 4 | 100 | 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% 22 | 60.37% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.59% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | 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 | 101 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 98 | 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% | 56.17% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.54% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | Below Average |
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Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Broad Oak Community Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
