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St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School
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St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- St Albans AL1 5EG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: There is a rigorous phonics programme in place with effective training for staff.
Success of the Curriculum: Strengths in the school's curriculum ensure many pupils achieve highly.
Areas Needing Improvement: A few staff are not using training effectively, leading to unclear explanations for disadvantaged pupils and pupils with SEND.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve highly in the well-thought-through curriculum.
Support for Falling Behind: There is high-quality catch-up support in place for those who fall behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils generally follow 'golden rules', ensuring school is a calm and safe space.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school carefully caters for pupils with SEND, making simple adjustments to address barriers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils follow 'golden rules' which ensures school is a safe space.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school has strong personal development programs and promotes cooperation through house points.
Parent Feedback: Most parents appreciate how the school makes best use of its resources.
Extracurricular Activities: Many pupils access ample extracurricular clubs, including languages, sports, and well-being clubs.
Impact on Student Progress: School's improvements are better preparing children for Year 1 and beyond.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers struggle with clarity in explanations after recent training.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers need further support to increase the clarity of their explanations.
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About Us
St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 452 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 75% 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 home school agreement is a document between the school, each child and their family as part of the schools aims and values of Nurturing every child to grow and flourish in Christ. Schools invite parents to sign this letter of support for the institution. The agreements set out in our school document identify the school rules, our pledges about: the curriculum and homework, behaviour, attendance and punctuality, equal opportunities and welfare and communication and our primary acceptable use agreement. It is a crucial document that explains the guidelines that every kid, family, and school agree to follow. The mission of St. Alban & St. Stephen Junior School is to foster a love of learning and to build a vibrant Christian community among its students, faculty, parents, governors, and parishioners. All facets of school life and the curriculum are underpinned by the Catholic faith and religious instruction, which pervades them all. We instil in our children a love of God that permeates everything they do, along with the values of mutual respect, forgiving one another, and taking ownership of the society and environment in which they live. Every kid is urged to have pride and enjoyment in their work and to understand the value of what they achieve. They gain in confidence and respect for one another as a result of their achievements and mistakes. cultivate positive relationships by displaying compassion, cooperation, and tolerance for all.
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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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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21 | - | 18.8 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 109 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 107 | 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 | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 75% | 58.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 9.95% | 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 | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | 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 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 78% 5 | 62.59% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 2 | 11.98% | 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 | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.4 | 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 | 107 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 73% 13 | 61.05% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 14 | 11.72% | 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 | 2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -3 | 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 | 107 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 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 | 86% | 59.7% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% | 11.43% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1