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St Alphonsus RC Primary School
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St Alphonsus RC Primary School
- Primary
- Trafford M16 7PT
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| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Language development is a key focus; pupils make excellent progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils achieve well across subjects, including arts, sports, and science, contributing to their overall success.
Areas Needing Improvement: Standards in writing need to match those in reading and mathematics by more precisely recording pupils' achievements.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in reading and mathematics were well above national averages in 2013.
Support for Falling Behind: Outstanding support helps pupils catch up rapidly, especially those whose first language is not English.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is invariably exemplary with extremely positive attitudes towards learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Outstanding tailored support boosts confidence and learning effectively for pupils with special educational needs.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel entirely safe in school and demonstrate this through their positive contributions.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Strong Christian values promote a warm, respectful environment with high levels of pupil welfare.
Parent Feedback: Parents are extremely happy with the care provided and the progress their children make.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers generate enthusiasm and have high expectations, contributing to outstanding progress.
Impact on Student Progress: Excellent teaching consistency leads to rapid progress from early years through Year 6.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Marking should more precisely record when pupils reach writing targets.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders’ effective management ensures sustained high teaching quality.
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About Us
St Alphonsus RC Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 184 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 62% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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This is St. Alphonsus R.C. Primary School; welcome. Our kids study while having fun at this school, where the teachers work hard to build a loving Christian community, and where everyone is treated fairly. Working with parents on all facets of their children's learning and development is something we consider a privilege. We set high standards for all of our students and offer a broad and interesting curriculum with a focus on fun and inquiry. The reason St. Alphonsus is a joyful school, in our opinion, is that we give our students a secure environment in which they can develop and learn with confidence. We sincerely hope you will stop by our school to witness for yourself what a fantastic institution we have here in Old Trafford. Visitors to St. Alphonsus frequently remark on the nurturing environment and spirit that pervade our school. We sincerely hope that you are aware of this friendly environment and feel comfortable entrusting us with your child's upbringing. I'm looking forward to getting to know you soon and working with you while your kid is a student at St. Alphonsus.
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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 |
A
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.4 | 25.8 | 19.4 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 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 | 104 | 104 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 104 | 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 | 62% | 65.34% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 13.03% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 2.2 | 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 | 105 | 102 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 101 | 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 | 79% 11 | 74.12% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 4 | 16.63% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | 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 | 105 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 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% 7 | 70.93% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 4 | 14.9% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.8 | 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 | 105 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 98 | 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% | 67.44% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 10.88% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Alphonsus RC Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1