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Pope Paul Catholic Primary School
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Pope Paul Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- Hertsmere EN6 2ES
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading and maths are taught well with challenging and engaging activities.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum supports pupils’ achievement and personal development effectively.
Areas Needing Improvement: Early years outdoor learning environment needs further development.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make good progress in English and mathematics from their different starting points.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective support for pupils at risk of falling behind is in place.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour and attitudes are outstanding, with positive learning attitudes and excellent conduct.
Support for SEND Pupils: Highly effective teaching assistants support pupils with special needs well, ensuring good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is extremely rare, and pupils feel safe and supported.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure pupils' safety through thorough safeguarding practices and effective pastoral care.
Parent Feedback: Parents are very supportive and involved in the school’s life.
Parental Involvement: Leaders consult and involve parents successfully in the school community.
Extracurricular Activities: A wide range of extracurricular clubs and competitive sports are offered.
Outdoor Facilities: Early years outdoor environment needs more development to match indoor quality.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are highly motivated with thorough subject knowledge and effective professional development.
Impact on Student Progress: Positive relationships and high expectations contribute significantly to students’ learning progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Frequent lesson visits and reviews by senior leaders ensure high teaching standards.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers need to check understanding thoroughly when introducing new or challenging content.
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About Us
Pope Paul Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 210 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 87% 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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This week, it was fantastic to see you all again. The children seemed very happy and excited and were all very eager to share their news and holiday experiences. This week we welcomed 30 new children to our Reception Class; Eloise, Gabriella, Clodagh, Mark, Herbie, Sophia DH, Jack P, Ruben, Sofia W, D'hani, Hanna, Oliver, Jack F, Isabella P, Sophia P, Emily, Roxelle, Leo, Scarlett, Dudley, Joseph, Rose, Leonardo, Connor, Jamie, Isabella B, Jayden, Emilia, Brody and Jake. A special welcome goes to our new families; The Beechey Family, The Townsend Family, The Connolly Family, The Sanchez Family, The Beal Family, The Daci Family, The Imam Family, The Lala Family, The Lo Guidice Family, The Stevens Family, The Tilynyak Family, The Donaldson-Hoare Family, The Wojcik Family, The Buddington Family, The Soma Family and The Petrou Family. As you become a part of our Pope Paul School family, we wish you nothing but happiness.
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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 |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22 | - | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 111 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | 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 | 108 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 100 | 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 | 87% | 58.22% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 9.91% | 7.4% |
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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | 1.9 | 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 | 109 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 2 | 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 | 90% 10 | 62.58% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% 3 | 11.96% | 9.69% |
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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 1.5 | Above 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 | 109 6 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 111 4 | 96 | 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 | 100% 33 | 61.02% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 14 | 11.68% | 9.14% |
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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | Above 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 | 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 | 67% | 59.69% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 11.39% | 8.17% |
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 | 0.0 | Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pope Paul Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
