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St Andrew's CofE Primary School
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St Andrew's CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Weston ST18 0JN
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Effective training and support have raised teachers’ expectations, improving pupils' writing skills, particularly for boys.
Success of the Curriculum: Engaging whole-school activities, such as a science focus on plastics and recycling, maintain pupils’ curiosity in learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some subjects like PE, music, French, and art need better monitoring for skill-building opportunities.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are making strong progress in reading and writing, especially boys. Maths performance in Key Stage 1 was below other subjects but is improving.
Support for Falling Behind: Individual pupils’ progress is closely monitored, and specific measures for those falling behind are quickly implemented.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well-behaved, focused on their learning, and enjoy being at school. Teachers are kind and fair.
Support for SEND Pupils: The school offers effective care and nurture for all students, including those with SEND.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils know that bullying is unacceptable and say that teachers will deal with any bullying. Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Positive relationships with parents and carers contribute to a safe environment. Attendance needs improvement for some pupils.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate the friendly, welcoming, family atmosphere and good communication.
Parental Involvement: Surveys confirm positive relationships and high levels of parental involvement.
Extracurricular Activities: Engaging activities like the science focus on plastics and recycling contribute to personal development.
Outdoor Facilities: Newly acquired reading sheds encourage reading activities during lunchtimes.
Teacher Engagement: Training for teachers in questioning and guided reading improves pupils’ understanding and engagement.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers’ awareness of national expectations and the use of key performance indicators improve student progress in writing.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Clear 'non-negotiables' and regular monitoring ensure high teaching standards and effective assessment.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Basic spelling errors are not always identified; however, overall, the quality of teaching has improved.
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About Us
St Andrew's CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 145 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 85% 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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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is ideally located close to Stafford town and not far from Rugeley town in the centre of Weston, a tiny, rural village. In 1975, the school relocated to its current location, approximately 40 years ago. The school today has more than 170 students and has expanded through the years to become a vibrant one-form entry institution. We presently offer 7 classrooms, ranging in age from 4 to 5 years old in Reception to 6 years old in Year 6. (10 11 years old). St Andrew's Church of England Primary School has historically serviced the communities of Weston and the villages of Burston, Sandon, Salt, Enson, Hopton, and Gayton, but parents are now opting to drive further to get to us.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.2 | 21.2 | 25.5 |
| Proficient Math | 109 | 108 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 110 | 105 |
| 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 | 85% | 57.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 6.8% | 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 | 2.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.6 | 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 | 107 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 3 | 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 | 79% 19 | 61.56% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 14 | 9.38% | 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 | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | 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 | 107 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 5 | 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 | 60% 15 | 62.07% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% 12 | 8.87% | 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 | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.6 | 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 | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 94 | 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 | 75% | 60.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 8.58% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1