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Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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- Eccleston PR7 5TE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Staff use one systematic approach to teaching phonics, starting as soon as children join the Reception class. Teachers are confident in helping any pupils who show signs of falling behind.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have designed a curriculum that ignites pupils’ imaginations and is committed to pupils flourishing both academically and in their personal development.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teaching assistants need training in teaching phonics and early reading to increase their confidence and skills. Subject leaders need to check that the improved curriculum is being taught as intended.
Performance in Maths & Reading: By the time pupils leave Year 6, most achieve well in English and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers identify pupils who need extra help and work with external agencies to support pupils' individual needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well in class and play very well together during breaks.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teachers ensure that disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND do similar work to other pupils and adapt learning when appropriate.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils told inspectors that bullying does not happen. Leaders’ records support this view. Parents also share this opinion. Pupils feel safe in school and know how to stay safe online.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff are clear about who to speak to if they have concerns. The designated safeguarding leader and deputy keep thorough records and work with external agencies to ensure pupil safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents wholeheartedly support the work of staff and governors.
Parental Involvement: Leaders involve pupils in decisions making changes to the school, such as the design for The Woodland Lodge.
Extracurricular Activities: Many pupils enjoy participating in a range of sporting activities after school. The choir is also very popular.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils’ opinions about the design for The Woodland Lodge were considered before it was built.
Teacher Engagement: The headteacher has galvanised the staff team. Subject leaders’ plans for their areas of responsibility are thorough.
Impact on Student Progress: Most pupils achieve well in English and mathematics by the time they leave Year 6.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Governors hold leaders to account for the quality of education in subjects other than English and mathematics.
Teaching Staff Challenges: There have been changes in staffing since the new headteacher was appointed. Many subject leaders are relatively new to their areas of responsibility.
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About Us
Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 174 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 75% 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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Welcome to Eccleston St. Mary's Church of England Primary School, the centre of the neighbourhood and a joyful, amiable, warm, and loving Christian atmosphere. Every child is valued as a unique individual at St. Mary's, and we encourage them to strive to be the best they can be in all they do. High academic accomplishment is valued, but we also encourage children to pursue their other interests and abilities, whether they be artistic, athletic, or dramatic. Additionally, because we value the development of well-rounded persons, we think that a child's social and emotional growth is as significant to their academic success. Our school motto, "Believe and Achieve," expresses the idea that through believing in God and in yourself, anything is possible. We teach kids to have self-confidence. Our Mission Statement, 'Through Jesus, we love, learn and grow' emphasizes this same idea and we help children to understand that with Jesus at the centre, we can live rich, varied and fulfilling lives. We also help our students understand that they have obligations to others, whether those obligations are local, regional, or even global. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions regarding our school. The best way to truly get to know us is to schedule a visit and come see us in action.
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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-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.7 | 25.8 | 29.7 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 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 | 108 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 75% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 3.7 | 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 | 107 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 83% 3 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | 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 | 107 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 80% 6 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 108 | 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 | 86% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 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 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1