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St Edward's Church of England Primary School
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St Edward's Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Rochdale OL11 3AR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: Broad and engaging curriculum with positive impact on students’ mathematical skills and reading.
Foundational Skills: Phonics teaching in Reception is engaging but needs improvement in key stage 1.
Areas Needing Improvement: Inconsistencies in spelling and vocabulary development in key stage 1.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Improved reading standards in key stage 1 and rising attainment in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who struggle with behavior are well supported to avoid learning disruption.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive attitudes to learning and consistently good behavior around school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Strong support for pupils needing help to catch up, supported by improved leadership.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with a strong culture of safety.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Comprehensive checks and training ensure pupil welfare and safety are prioritized.
Parent Feedback: Virtually every parent confirmed their child was happy at St Edward’s.
Parental Involvement: Parents and families receive necessary support coordinated by the school leaders.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy trips and environmental projects, enhancing their learning experience.
Outdoor Facilities: Engagement in community activities like litter-picking and creating floral displays.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel valued and proud to work at St Edward’s.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved teaching strategies in reading and mathematics positively impact progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Professional development opportunities for staff have led to secured improvements.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers in key stage 1 need to build more on phonics progress from early years.
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About Us
St Edward's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 344 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 46% 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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| 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 | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 25.8 | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 103 | 109 | 104 |
| 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 | 102 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 46% | 55.76% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.48% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | 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 3 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 100 | 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 | 63% 5 | 59.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 4 | 6.57% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.0 | Below 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 | 102 2 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 99 | 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 | 58% 9 | 59.44% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 2 | 5.69% | 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 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 | 104 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 99 | 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 | 49% | 55.11% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 5.61% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.1 | 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 - 30th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Edward's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1