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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
- Primary
- Chorley PR6 0LB
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Structured approach to teaching letters and sounds, stronger in writing and reading.
Success of the Curriculum: Attainment is rising, and pupils make good progress from below-typical starting points.
Areas Needing Improvement: Work not always set at right level; outdoor provision for Reception class needs improvement.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Results in 2013 were high in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective identification of need and prompt support ensure good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exemplary, pupils are polite, and they feel very safe in school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective identification and prompt support result in good progress for pupils with special educational needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils have confidence in school systems to resolve concerns, feel very safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development is promoted effectively.
Parent Feedback: Parents are justifiably proud of their school, welcoming the opportunity to chat with the headteacher.
Extracurricular Activities: The curriculum includes exciting topics and a range of clubs.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor space for Reception class needs improvement compared to the Nursery.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers manage behavior most effectively, using good humor and consistency.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved assessment procedures lead to better-informed teaching.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks and effective training based on performance data.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some aspects of teaching still require improvement.
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About Us
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 202 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 78% 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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Our school's mission is to be a learning and serving community that is enriched by faith and in which everyone collaborates in friendship and partnership to attain the highest standards. With the aid of a comprehensive and balanced education, we hope to assist our friends, parents, and kids in strengthening their bonds with one another and with God. Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School welcomes you. Each student is encouraged to realise their greatest potential in our school, both academically and personally, in a joyful, safe, and engaging atmosphere. At Sacred Heart we have high expectations of work and behaviour and we aim to foster in our pupils a life-long love of learning and a desire to contribute to the wider life of the school and beyond. Being a Catholic institution, our community is centred on the motto "Love one another as I have loved you." The gospel ideals of compassion, forgiveness, and respect for all are something that our students and staff strive to embody. Each child is valued for their individuality, specialness, and talent, and differences are celebrated. I hope visiting our website will give you a sense of our school's culture and some of our extracurricular activities. Prospective parents are cordially invited to visit. Please get in touch with us by phone or email if you want to learn more about the school or set up a visit.
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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-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.1 | 25.8 | 22.3 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 108 | 96 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 99 |
| 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 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 78% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | 4.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 5.2 | Well 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 | 104 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 4 | 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 | 44% 31 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 4 | 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 | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | 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 | 104 2 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 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 | 75% 23 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 4 | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 52% | 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 | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.6 | Below 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 Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Chorley
Local authority ratio 19 : 1