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The Meadows Primary School
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The Meadows Primary School
- Primary
- Oswestry SY11 2EA
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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: Pupils' early reading skills are taught well, with above-average attainment in reading by Year 1.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress overall, particularly in reading and mathematics.
Areas Needing Improvement: Work setup is not always matched to pupil needs, limiting their independence occasionally.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils leave school in Year 6 with above-average attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Teaching assistants provide valuable support to pupils, especially those with additional needs, ensuring inclusion in all activities.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good in lessons and around school. Pupils feel safe and well-cared for.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teaching assistants support disabled pupils and those with special educational needs effectively.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not a problem; adults deal with issues quickly and sensitively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Positive and caring relationships ensure pupils feel safe and well cared for.
Parent Feedback: Most parents have no concerns about behaviour and are appreciative of the school's work.
Parental Involvement: Parents' opinions of the school’s work are positive, and they appreciate the staff's efforts.
Extracurricular Activities: The curriculum provides a wide range of learning experiences both within and outside of school.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have high expectations and assess children’s progress well to move learning on at a good pace.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' questioning skills in some cases are used to accelerate learning effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Work is not always matched to pupils’ needs, and expectations of work quality are sometimes low.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Improvements in marking are seen in English, but other subjects need more informative feedback.
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About Us
The Meadows Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 277 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 69% 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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We appreciate you taking the time to visit The Meadows Primary School's website and wish you a warm welcome. The Meadows Primary School, a vibrant and welcoming institution with 280 students enrolled, is situated in the market town of Oswestry. The school was founded in 1994, and it currently has 10 class bases along with a fantastic selection of extracurricular amenities that contribute to a dynamic and interesting learning environment. Every child deserves the greatest education possible, and the staff and governors are dedicated to providing it. They work tirelessly to assist every child achieve more than they ever imagined they could. This is accomplished through encouraging high expectations and goals and by encouraging kids to embrace studying for the rest of their lives. The school promotes a value system that makes sure everyone contributes positively to the school and the larger community, as well as a curriculum that is really imaginative and interesting. The school is proud of all of its accomplishments throughout the years and has won several nationally renowned honours for its successful methods. We would be happy to show you around if you are moving to Oswestry and thinking about The Meadows as a school for your kid. Details on how to reach us can be found on the contacts page. Please click here for more information about our school as provided by the Department for Education. We sincerely hope that you will find this website to be entertaining, educational, and useful.
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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 | 5-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.5 | - | 19.4 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 107 | 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 | 104 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 69% | 52.56% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 5.78% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 | 105 1 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 92 | 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 | 68% 5 | 58.26% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.13% | 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 | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 104 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 94 | 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 | 63% 7 | 55.82% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 6 | 7.44% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -1 | 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 | 104 | 81 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 82 | 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 | 70% | 49.58% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 7.91% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Meadows Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1