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Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School
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Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School
- Primary
- Lancaster LA1 4SE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is at the heart; phonics starts in Reception Year with regular practice.
Success of the Curriculum: The engaging curriculum logically builds on prior learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some inconsistencies in how teachers deliver aspects of the curriculum.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Teachers check understanding regularly and correct misconceptions swiftly.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra support for pupils who find reading difficult to help them catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is exceptional; they respect everyone and show great care.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective systems identify additional needs; trained staff adapt curriculum delivery.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and know staff will take care of them.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand healthy relationships and how to keep themselves safe.
Extracurricular Activities: Range of clubs such as fencing, lacrosse, Chinese, and science.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel appreciated by leaders and enjoy working at the school.
Impact on Student Progress: Strong subject knowledge helps design activities that support deep learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on pupil understanding with swift correction of misconceptions.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some inconsistencies in curriculum delivery need addressing.
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About Us
Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 229 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 73% 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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We are really proud of all of our students at Scotforth St. Paul's and everything they accomplish. We have an excellent reputation locally and that is because staff, children, parents and governors all work very hard to ensure the best possible learning experience for the whole school community. Although we have very high academic standards, we also believe that there is much more to life than "reading, writing, and 'rithmetic," and learning should be enjoyable. We love art, dance, drama, music, sports and P.E just as much as all the academic subjects, and aim to enable our children to thrive in 21st Century Britain being secure in who they are, and confident in what they can offer the world. Being a church school is significant to us because it is the foundation for everything we do. We do, however, value and accept families of all faiths, including those of Christians and other religions. I hope you enjoy looking through our website and get a sense of how joyful our school is. If you want to see everything on a page, scroll down. If you would like to visit, please just contact the office staff (Mrs Pearce and Mrs Malin) on 01524 65379 and I look forward to meeting you and your child/ren.
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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 | 3-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.7 | 25.8 | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 108 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 109 | 106 |
| 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 | 109 | 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 | 73% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | 4.1 | Well 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 | 107 3 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 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 | 71% 13 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 13 | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 110 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 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 | 84% 1 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 26% 9 | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | 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 | 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 | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | 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
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
