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St Barnabas CofE Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Worcester WR3 8NZ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics teaching is implemented with high consistency and detail, improving spelling, reading, and writing.
Success of the Curriculum: Outcomes for pupils are improving well across all key stages, with strong progress noted among disadvantaged and SEN pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: Attendance rates for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities need to improve further.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Year 6 outcomes significantly improved; pupils outperformed averages in Worcestershire and nationally.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers use 'battle boards' and team action plans to ensure timely support for pupils, especially vulnerable ones.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are polite, and come to school happily, raising no concerns about behaviour or bullying.
Support for SEND Pupils: The coordinator for SEND ensures tailored support, leading to strong progress among SEN pupils.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding with detailed records and proactive measures, ensuring pupil safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Comprehensive training and timely action to support vulnerable pupils, with no raised concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents believe the school is good, noting progress and care their children receive.
Parental Involvement: Workshops on e-safety and regular events for parents and pupils promote strong community engagement.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of clubs and sporting events enhance the curriculum, with many pupils earning certificates.
Outdoor Facilities: Corridors and classrooms are bright and well-organized, using space effectively.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are open to change and share best practices, contributing to a strategic and ambitious improvement plan.
Impact on Student Progress: Strong progress and reducing attainment gaps noted due to targeted teaching and support.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Past challenges with behaviour managed well, leading to no recent exclusions.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Frequent checks and swift actions ensure continuous improvement in teaching quality.
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About Us
St Barnabas CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 408 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 61% 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 a medium sized Ofsted Rated Good school in Worcester with a highly rated Pre-School too. Have a look through our website to get a picture and feel of how we provide a rich and varied curriculum for our students. Our school is much more than an academic place of learning, it is a place where we nurture and inspire our children to be the best that they can be in anything and everything they do.
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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-
|
D-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | - | 3 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 107 | - |
| 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 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 61% | 52.77% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 5.65% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | 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 | 104 1 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 93 | 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% 2 | 58.48% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% 5 | 8.81% | 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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | 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 | 103 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 93 | 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 | 62% 1 | 57.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.64% | 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 | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | 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 | 103 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 63% | 55.65% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 8.07% | 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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.0 | 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1