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The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary
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The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary
- Primary
- Salford M3 6LU
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a priority with a sharp focus on language development and communication.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have designed a purposeful and interesting curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, early years learning needs better preparation for Year 1 demands.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers use assessments effectively to check understanding in maths and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind receive support to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and are polite and kind to each other.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders quickly identify pupils who need support, ensuring all pupils have the same learning opportunities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff deal with bullying effectively, ensuring pupils feel happy and safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure safeguarding is a high priority, and staff are well-trained.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the warm welcome they receive from school staff each day.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy a wide range of activities, such as sports clubs and visits.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are well trained and provide clear explanations of new learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers effectively use assessment strategies to identify gaps in pupils' learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers are well-prepared and provide clear instruction, helping pupils know and remember more.
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About Us
The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 218 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 77% 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 Cathedral School of St. Peter & St. John R.C. Primary is pleased to have you.
Everyone who has visited our school will agree that it is a warm, welcoming, joyful, and exciting place.
This is due to the amazing staff at Cathedral School who ensure that students enjoy studying and where we expect ALL students to perform well.
The atmosphere at Cathedral School is both exciting and quiet.
To make our school effective, we collaborate with a wide range of people.
We are a Catholic school that is a part of the Salford Diocese and Salford Local Authority.
Children are provided opportunity to learn about and deepen their knowledge of our faith, which is of utmost importance.
The motivated and diligent crew is strongly committed to making sure kids receive a top-notch education.
We are known as a school that uses creativity to engage students in learning outside of the traditional classroom setting.
The school council is crucial in amplifying the children's voices.
We hold ECO-School accreditation, Fair Trade school status, the B.I.G award, Healthy School status, and have received the Sainsbury's School Games Gold Standard award for the past three years and have applied for the Platinum award. Our numerous distinctions prove that we are a school with a vision.
Along with trying to go through the Artsmark process, we are also working to become a Dyslexia Friendly School.
If you would like to learn more about The Cathedral School, feel free to stop by and have a look.
I am confident that I will impress you, and I am eager to welcome you and your kids to our school community.
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Everyone who has visited our school will agree that it is a warm, welcoming, joyful, and exciting place.
This is due to the amazing staff at Cathedral School who ensure that students enjoy studying and where we expect ALL students to perform well.
The atmosphere at Cathedral School is both exciting and quiet.
To make our school effective, we collaborate with a wide range of people.
We are a Catholic school that is a part of the Salford Diocese and Salford Local Authority.
Children are provided opportunity to learn about and deepen their knowledge of our faith, which is of utmost importance.
The motivated and diligent crew is strongly committed to making sure kids receive a top-notch education.
We are known as a school that uses creativity to engage students in learning outside of the traditional classroom setting.
The school council is crucial in amplifying the children's voices.
We hold ECO-School accreditation, Fair Trade school status, the B.I.G award, Healthy School status, and have received the Sainsbury's School Games Gold Standard award for the past three years and have applied for the Platinum award. Our numerous distinctions prove that we are a school with a vision.
Along with trying to go through the Artsmark process, we are also working to become a Dyslexia Friendly School.
If you would like to learn more about The Cathedral School, feel free to stop by and have a look.
I am confident that I will impress you, and I am eager to welcome you and your kids to our school community.
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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 |
A-
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21 | 25.8 | 16.3 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 109 | 101 |
| 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 | 107 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 100 | 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 | 77% | 52.67% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.9% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | 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 | 103 2 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 3 | 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 | 59% | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 10 | 8.27% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above 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 | 101 4 | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 5 | 101 | 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 | 59% 26 | 65.39% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.89% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 | 97 | 101 | 93 |
| Reading | 99 | 100 | 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 | 33% | 61.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.31% | 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 | -4.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.8 | Well 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 | 20th 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 | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary
Local authority ratio 18 : 1