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Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
- Primary
- Ashfield NG15 8BZ
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a high priority with a systematic phonics programme.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum revisions ensure pupils gain rich knowledge and skills.
Areas Needing Improvement: Leaders need to ensure all pupils read books that match their phonics level.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils confidently apply prior knowledge in new concepts, especially in maths and history.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff have high expectations and support pupils who struggle with behaviour.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders address needs quickly but some pupils are given books too advanced for their level.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff care for SEND pupils, but 'pupil passports' require more precise targets.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding with prompt actions on concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes well-being through training and positive home-school relationships.
Parent Feedback: Pupils enjoy planning and presenting what they’ve learned to parents.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of activities including music, sport, gardening, and pet care.
Outdoor Facilities: Purpose-built Nursery class enhances early years provision.
Teacher Engagement: Staff enjoy working at the school and feel part of a supportive team.
Impact on Student Progress: Pupils speak confidently about learning with high standards in work.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff promote children’s language development effectively in early years.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some staff feel workload is hard to manage, despite support from leaders.
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About Us
Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 223 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 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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I consider myself really fortunate to have been chosen as the headteacher of this amazing, lively school. Children at Holy Cross Primary are appreciated for their academic and social worth, and the staff and governors try to create a pleasant and joyful work environment. We want to make sure that every kid grows up with a love of learning that lasts a lifetime in a joyful, nurturing atmosphere that exemplifies our Christian principles. Recognizing that everyone has their own special abilities that we work with you to develop, we seek to create opportunities for you to build independence, confidence, and teamwork. We value the contribution that parents make to their children's education and invite you to visit us at any time that is convenient for both parties to observe the school in action. We think that a strong collaboration between parents, the school, and our parish church is essential for success, and we are here to work with you to give your kid the best education possible.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C
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C+
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.3 | 23.4 | 24.2 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 110 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 105 |
| 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 | 106 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 99 | 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% | 57.92% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 7.55% | 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 | -3.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 5 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 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 | 73% 12 | 62.18% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 10 | 9.93% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 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 | 61% 8 | 61.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 7 | 8.66% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | 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 | 105 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 96 | 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 | 69% | 59.69% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 8.83% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
