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Oldswinford C of E Primary School
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Oldswinford C of E Primary School
- Primary
- Dudley DY8 2JQ
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| Previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers plan exciting lessons and inspire pupils to become enthusiastic readers and writers.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy many activities and experiences that develop their skills and understanding.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils' progress in mathematics is not yet as rapid and sustained as in English.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Attainment levels in English and mathematics are rising. Far more Year 2 and Year 6 pupils are on course to meet and exceed nationally expected progress.
Support for Falling Behind: Day-to-day support for pupils who need extra help with their learning makes a strong contribution to their academic achievement and personal development.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour inside and outside the classroom is outstanding.
Support for SEND Pupils: Working in small groups successfully boosts the confidence and skill levels of disabled pupils and those with special educational needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school’s work to keep pupils safe and secure is outstanding.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school is a very caring and welcoming community and parents feel strongly that their children are happy and safe at school.
Parent Feedback: Parents feel strongly that their children are happy and safe at school.
Parental Involvement: The school has worked effectively to improve communication with parents and outside agencies.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers plan interesting and exciting lessons to make sure that pupils write in a range of different styles.
Impact on Student Progress: Measures to improve literacy teaching across the school are proving successful.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Initiatives to improve the tracking and recording of pupils' progress have been an important feature of recent developments in teaching.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Sometimes tasks given in lessons are too easy or repetitive, limiting challenge for more-able pupils.
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About Us
Oldswinford C of E Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 411 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 70% 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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Ellie Game is my name, and I'm honoured to lead Oldswinford C.E. Primary School. I am delighted to welcome you to our school. In Stourbridge, West Midlands, there is a thriving and content school called Oldswinford. Each child is respected for their unique talents and abilities at our school, which has a distinctively Christian culture and nurturing environment. At Oldswinford, we promote a Christian attitude of sharing and caring in order to empower each child to experience life to the fullest. We want them to grow up to be confident, good, responsible kids who care about their school, neighbourhood, and the rest of the world. Our talented and dedicated staff works to create an engaging and inclusive environment that offers all of our students high-quality learning experiences and equips them with all the skills they need for the following steps in their academic journey through the implementation of our vision and values. We appreciate the help from our guardians, parents, and St. Mary's Church. Together, we collaborate to guarantee that every student receives the greatest education possible and that we provide them the chance to develop spiritually and personally. Please get in touch with the main school office if you need print copies of any of the data or papers on this website; we will be pleased to give them to you free of charge. Please get in touch with the school if you want to have a tour because we welcome visitors. We look forward to having the opportunity to show you around our school and hope that you will witness our mission and core principles 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-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.2 | 25.8 | 23.7 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 103 |
| 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 | 107 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 70% | 52.39% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.13% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 105 3 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 71% 9 | 55.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% 12 | 7.77% | 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 | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.5 | 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 | 102 1 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 93 | 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 | 62% | 54.42% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.78% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | 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 | 103 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 92 | 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 | 62% | 52.77% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 6.55% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | Below 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Oldswinford C of E Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1