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Christ Church CofE Primary School
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Christ Church CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Oldham OL9 9ED
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers work well in partnership with parents to improve further the quality of pupils’ reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy learning through exciting activities, such as multiplication and waterproofing materials.
Areas Needing Improvement: Provide more opportunities for pupils to work independently and ensure marking shows how they can improve further.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Good progress in mathematics and improved writing at Key Stage 1 and 2; fluent and expressive reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Well-targeted extra support for those needing it, including special educational needs pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are considerate and polite; positive attitudes significantly contribute to the school's friendly atmosphere.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support helps pupils with special educational needs make good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel very safe and rare instances of bullying are effectively managed.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High levels of attendance reflect pupils' happiness and confidence in a safe environment.
Parent Feedback: Parents praise the school for managing pupils’ behaviour and ensuring their safety.
Parental Involvement: Strong partnership with parents to improve the quality of pupils’ reading.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers various well-attended extracurricular activities, including music and sport.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and assistants work very effectively as teams, using questioning to support pupils' thinking.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching quality has improved, leading to above-average attainment in national tests by the end of Year 6.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Lesson observations and outcome tracking ensure continuous improvement in teaching.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Ensure marking consistently helps pupils improve and provide more independent learning opportunities.
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About Us
Christ Church CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 269 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 44 : 1.
At this school, 73% 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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In addition to upholding a high standard of instruction, Christ Church C of E Primary School is dedicated to sharing the Christian faith in a way that helps students see its value. This involvement and intimacy between the church and the school is an ongoing, fruitful partnership.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 44.8 | 25.8 | 32.7 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 107 |
| 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 | 105 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 101 | 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 | 73% | 54.41% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 4.29% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1 | 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 | 108 3 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 3 | 98 | 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 | 90% 24 | 61.11% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 6 | 7.75% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | 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 | 105 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 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 | 66% 2 | 63.33% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 6.97% | 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 | 3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 105 | 97 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 97 | 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 | 64% | 56.12% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 5.49% | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
44 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Christ Church CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 24 : 1