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Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School
- Primary
- Carnforth LA5 9LJ
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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 |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a high priority and is fostered from early years, leading to fluent readers by key stage 1.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum ensures that pupils make links across subjects and achieve well in most areas.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leaders need to routinely check the curriculum delivery in a few subjects paused due to COVID-19.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Performance in reading is strong, with pupils becoming accurate, fluent readers.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra help is given by skilled staff, particularly for those struggling with phonics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behavior is good, pupils are polite and well-mannered, creating a disruption-free learning environment.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are supported well by skilled staff and learn alongside their friends.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare and quickly resolved; pupils feel safe and valued.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff closely monitor pupils and follow procedures to address any concerns swiftly.
Parent Feedback: Parents speak very highly of the school.
Parental Involvement: Workshops are provided to help parents understand internet safety for their children.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of clubs such as gardening, science and sports are available.
Outdoor Facilities: The school grounds have been recently improved with the assistance of pupil committees.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use assessment information well to guide next steps in learning.
Impact on Student Progress: In most subjects, the curriculum helps pupils to know more and remember more over time.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders collect appropriate information in most subjects to assess curriculum delivery.
Teaching Staff Challenges: In a few subjects, curriculum delivery checks were paused due to COVID-19.
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About Us
Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 118 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 20% 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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At Christ Church, everything we do is done within the framework of a warm Christian family. Our goal is to provide a joyful, secure atmosphere where your child will be inspired to study, enjoy social interaction, make friends, and develop their skills in a nurturing and organised setting. We think everyone deserves the chance to grow and succeed since everyone is exceptional, has their own talents, and has something distinctive to offer. Our mission is to provide every kid with the opportunity to learn new skills in a loving, Christian family while also ensuring that they are successful and happy throughout their academic careers. Rooted within all that we do, are our central Christian values, taken from Paul's letter to the Galatians, and our belief that God's Spirit works through us all for the betterment of ourselves, each other and our wonderfully made world.
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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
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.6 | 25.8 | 19.8 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 101 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 100 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 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 | 20% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 106 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 86% 30 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 8 | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | Above 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 | 107 | 94 | 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 | 56% 27 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 22% | 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 | 4.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.8 | Above 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 | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 83% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | Above 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1