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English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing
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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 prioritised, phonics is taught well, and pupils excel in mathematics and PE.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have planned an ambitious and inclusive curriculum with good subject knowledge from teachers.
Areas Needing Improvement: Implementation of curriculum plans is inconsistent; specific knowledge in subjects like geography needs clarity.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Mathematics and PE are strengths, and reading is prioritised with effective phonics teaching.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who find phonics hard receive effective help during same-day 'catch-up' sessions.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Generally high expectations, good behaviour, and a therapeutic approach to support emotional management.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND receive personalized help ensuring they form friendships and settle happily.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying does not worry pupils; adults always help with any worries.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong pastoral care; leaders are diligent in ensuring pupil safety and swift identification of concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents reflect that each child is treated with care and compassion.
Parental Involvement: Parents appreciate the dedication of the headteacher, who goes above and beyond for children.
Extracurricular Activities: Well-attended sports clubs, including street dance, netball, and football; also sewing and board games clubs.
Outdoor Facilities: Gym equipment and trim trail outside; opportunities for sports and swimming lessons valued by pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers show good subject knowledge and plan engaging activities. New teachers feel highly supported.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' strong subject knowledge and planning enhance pupil motivation and learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff find workload difficult; sharper planning and assessment needed to help well-being.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Assessment more effective in reading and mathematics than foundation subjects; new system needed.
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English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in West Sussex, South East.

It has 160 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.

At this school, 52% 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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As a Catholic institution, we give our students the chance to mature as young people and support them as they pursue a deeper connection with God in a setting of love and respect for one another.
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Our school is a thriving, upbeat location that offers a welcoming and safe learning environment.
As a Catholic institution, we strive to uphold the principles of Jesus Christ.
We are fortunate to have a skilled and dedicated staff at English Martyrs who deliver exceptional care.
Our dedication to sports is one of our school's greatest assets.
Our collection of sporting achievements is a credit to our staff's dedication and drive in giving our kids such a wide range of possibilities and first-rate coaching.
We are also fortunate to have great school grounds that allow kids to practise their athletic skills and have plenty of room to play and study in a dynamic outdoor environment.
Our school's large and well-stocked library, which has reading at its core, is another aspect of which we are especially pleased.
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Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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Ofset report Good Good Requires Improvement
Age range 4-11 3-11 3-7
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 18 - 22.9
Proficient Math 104 111 -
Proficient Read 105 107 -
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 104 96 97
Reading 105 98 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 52% 51.66% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 8% 5.18% 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 -0.1 Average
Writing 1 Above Average
Maths -0.8 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 101 1 96 96
Reading 104 1 96 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 57% 9 57.54% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 6.56% 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 0.2 Average
Writing -1.8 Below Average
Maths -3.0 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 100 95 94
Reading 103 1 97 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 48% 21 57.02% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 6.51% 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 -3.2 Below Average
Writing -5.5 Well Below Average
Maths -5 Well 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 100 88 93
Reading 102 89 93

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 27% 48.01% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 4.61% 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 -1.7 Below Average
Writing -5.5 Well Below Average
Maths -3.3 Below Average
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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 - 2nd Sep 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

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