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Scorton Church of England Primary School
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- Nether Wyresdale PR3 1AY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders place a very high priority on reading. Pupils read every day with good expression.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils achieve highly in a wide range of subjects, including reading, writing, mathematics, science, history and art.
Areas Needing Improvement: Pupils have limited knowledge of the range of family types in modern Britain. Leaders need to ensure staff develop their subject knowledge to strengthen the curriculum in this area.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers make pupils think hard, particularly in mathematics, reading and spelling.
Support for Falling Behind: The SENCo works closely with parents and specialist partners to ensure students get the support they need.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and are conscientious and imaginative. They also reported that there is no bullying.
Support for SEND Pupils: The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) ensures pupils get the support they need to make strong progress in their learning.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and cared for in school. They told us that there is no bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders and governors responsible for safeguarding are trained well. The school has effective systems for reporting and recording safeguarding concerns.
Parent Feedback: Staff told us that leaders treat them fairly and respectfully and that the headteacher is considerate of their well-being.
Parental Involvement: The SENCo works closely with parents to ensure they know what their children are learning and how they are doing.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy activities like playing musical instruments, dodgeball, cross-country running, and curling. They also organize 'crazy hair day' and 'own clothes day' to raise funds.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils appreciate the school’s beautiful rural setting and enjoy learning about the natural world.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers help pupils to know more and remember more over time, aiding in predictions during science investigations.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers are trained well and have secure knowledge of the subjects they teach.
Teacher Engagement: Staff said the workload can be challenging but working together and sharing good teaching practice with a local school eases pressures.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Staff noted that workload can be challenging but is mitigated by collaboration with a local school.
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About Us
Scorton Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 61 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 90% 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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Church of England students attend Scorton C of E Primary.
We gain from being located in the Forest of Bowland, a region of exceptional natural beauty.
With a nature area, pond, multipurpose games area, and playgrounds, we can use this for our curriculum.
The school has high expectations, and we strive to create a place where everyone is happy to support, feels respected, and can achieve their full potential.
We are able to provide a broad-based, exciting curriculum thanks to our breakfast club, which opens at 7:45 am, and after-school care, which is available every day until 5:45 pm (except on Fridays, when we shut at 4:30 pm).
High academic standards are emphasised in our curriculum, along with the development of resilient, compassionate, and content kids who are capable of leaving the classroom and becoming successful, content young adults.
Our school's bursar, Mrs. Sarah Walmsley, responds to the majority of your questions when you contact the school.
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Church of England students attend Scorton C of E Primary.
We gain from being located in the Forest of Bowland, a region of exceptional natural beauty.
With a nature area, pond, multipurpose games area, and playgrounds, we can use this for our curriculum.
The school has high expectations, and we strive to create a place where everyone is happy to support, feels respected, and can achieve their full potential.
We are able to provide a broad-based, exciting curriculum thanks to our breakfast club, which opens at 7:45 am, and after-school care, which is available every day until 5:45 pm (except on Fridays, when we shut at 4:30 pm).
High academic standards are emphasised in our curriculum, along with the development of resilient, compassionate, and content kids who are capable of leaving the classroom and becoming successful, content young adults.
Our school's bursar, Mrs. Sarah Walmsley, responds to the majority of your questions when you contact the school.
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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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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.4 | 25.8 | 8.5 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | - |
| 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 | 106 | 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 | 90% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 20% | 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 | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | Above Average |
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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 | 103 3 | 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 | 67% 25 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 9 | 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 | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.0 | 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 | 106 1 | 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 | 92% 9 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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 | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 17% | 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 | 3.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | Above 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Scorton Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
