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Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School
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Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School
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- Burscough L40 7RS
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| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff have developed a culture that promotes the excitement and anticipation that comes with reading a book.
Success of the Curriculum: The high-quality displays of pupils’ work around the school show that writing is taught effectively.
Foundational Skills: Love of reading permeates; phonics delivered with expertise.
Success of the Curriculum: High-quality curriculum rooted in school values ensures strong pupil achievement.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers embed the changes made to develop pupils’ writing skills so that more reach greater depth.
Areas Needing Improvement: Refining assessment in some subjects for deeper knowledge retention.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes in reading, writing and mathematics were higher than the national average for Year 6 in 2018.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers and teaching assistants provide support to help pupils catch up when falling behind in reading.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are keen to learn in lessons and show respect for each other and adults.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Strong performance with quality text access in key stage 2.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective strategies for regular attendance support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Respectful, polite, confident pupils with positive learning attitudes.
Support for SEND Pupils: A seconded deputy headteacher and new coordinator for SEND have strengthened the senior leadership team, contributing to strong teaching and learning for these pupils.
Support for SEND Pupils: Rich information supports SEND curriculum adaptation, enabling flourishing.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff make all necessary checks on the suitability of staff to work with children. Close scrutiny is given to visitors.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: You and your staff provide a good level of care and support for pupils and their families.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Positive safeguarding culture; effective behaviour management.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff dedication to diverse experiences beyond academics.
Parent Feedback: Parents spoke highly of the teaching; however, some would welcome further information about changes.
Parental Involvement: You provide opportunities for parents to help their children with reading at home through information posted on your website and workshops.
Parent Feedback: Parents have opportunities for feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Extracurricular Activities: Staff provide extra-curricular activities such as chess, dance, gymnastics and choir.
Outdoor Facilities: Older pupils look forward to developing teamwork during a residential trip to an outdoor education centre.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide variety including trips, talent shows, and choir.
Teacher Engagement: One comment from a parent reflected that teachers 'make learning fun and have a genuine passion for the school.'
Impact on Student Progress: Outcomes in reading, writing and mathematics were higher than the national average for Year 6 in 2018.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Subject leaders work with other teachers to check and agree the accuracy of assessments of pupils’ writing.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers empowered with strong subject knowledge and guidance.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching helps deepen understanding and build on prior knowledge.
Teaching Staff Challenges: A period of turbulence in staffing ensued but was stabilized with new appointments.
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About Us
Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 173 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 63% 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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We are a warm and welcoming Church of England primary school in the Lancashire community of Burscough. We are the parish school of Burscough's St. John the Baptist Church, with whom we have enduring relationships. The Christian faith is at the core of everything we do, according to our mission statement. For more details on our principles and Christian ethos, please see the section below. The school is constantly buzzing with activity as we work to make learning pleasurable, exciting, and intriguing through numerous excursions, visits, and enrichment programmes. This website seeks to introduce you to the institution while also regularly updating information for both parents and students. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover any information you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly. I'm pleased to give individual tours of the school to potential parents and students. We appreciate your visit.
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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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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.6 | 25.8 | 10 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 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 | 102 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 63% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.4% | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 105 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 2 | 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 | 68% 2 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 1 | 9.2% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 104 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 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 | 70% 15 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 4 | 9.08% | 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 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 103 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 55% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 7.79% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1