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Overton St Helen's Church of England Primary School
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Overton St Helen's Church of England Primary School
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- Overton LA3 3EZ
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The school ensures good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics from early years.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils achieve particularly well in reading and mathematics, reaching standards above national averages by Year 6.
Areas Needing Improvement: Progress in writing is slower compared to reading and mathematics, especially in Key Stage 2.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils’ attainment in reading and mathematics is above average by the end of Year 6.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective group and individual support, especially for disabled pupils and those with special educational needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes to learning, behave well, and feel safe; however, some are over-dependent on adult attention.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those with special educational needs make good progress due to effective support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The school has rigorous processes to monitor bullying, leading to reduced incidents.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel very safe, understand how to keep themselves safe, and know different forms of bullying.
Parental Involvement: The school involves parents through regular surveys and meetings at the start of the school day.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the school's efforts but some desire more information on child progress.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy the 'Forest School' area, which enhances their learning outside the classroom.
Teacher Engagement: Support staff and teachers, confident and active, help pupils effectively, contributing to good progress.
Impact on Student Progress: Regular checking of lessons has led to improved quality of teaching and better pupil achievement.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular assessments and tracking systems ensure progressively improving teaching quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Inconsistencies in marking and feedback across subjects affect learning clarity for pupils.
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About Us
Overton St Helen's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 175 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 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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The staff and governors of this school have come to the following consensus regarding its mission:- To reflect the vision of the school's founders, who believed that all children should receive an education that will equip them with the hope, assurance, and love of humanity that are at the heart of our Christian faith as they prepare to face the challenges of the future;
To steadfastly make an effort to connect the gospel of Christ's teaching with school life and activity so that the spiritual side of human nature is clear and recognisably represented in all areas of the curriculum;
To create and maintain a partnership between parents and the school that is built on mutual respect and trust as well as a common desire to advance all children's education and well-being;
To develop the school as a location where the best possible education is provided, where high standards for student accomplishment are set, and where excellence is connected to all facets of school life and work;
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To steadfastly make an effort to connect the gospel of Christ's teaching with school life and activity so that the spiritual side of human nature is clear and recognisably represented in all areas of the curriculum;
To create and maintain a partnership between parents and the school that is built on mutual respect and trust as well as a common desire to advance all children's education and well-being;
To develop the school as a location where the best possible education is provided, where high standards for student accomplishment are set, and where excellence is connected to all facets of school life and work;
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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 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.6 | 25.8 | 18 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 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 | 103 | 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 | 52% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 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 | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 104 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 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 | 71% 10 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 3 | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below 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 | 105 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 2 | 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 | 81% 2 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 1 | 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 | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | 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 | 107 | 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 | 83% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Overton St Helen's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
