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St John Boste Catholic Primary School
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St John Boste Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- Sunderland NE38 0HL
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics begins in the first week with carefully planned support for those needing extra help.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is ambitious and stimulating, ensuring pupils achieve well.
Areas Needing Improvement: Some areas of the curriculum are new and still being integrated.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Reading is at the heart of achievement, and pupils use mathematical skills across subjects.
Support for Falling Behind: Additional help is carefully planned and implemented, allowing quick catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exemplary with strong routines and engagement during lessons.
Support for SEND Pupils: Identified quickly with bespoke support to ensure they access the same curriculum as peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and report no bullying; a culture of respect is evident.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: A calm, friendly atmosphere promotes welfare and safety effectively.
Parent Feedback: Parents are extremely positive about the care and education provided.
Parental Involvement: The school works closely with parents, especially for students with SEND.
Extracurricular Activities: Offers a variety of activities like netball, dance, gymnastics, and musical instruments.
Outdoor Facilities: Local area is used to enhance learning opportunities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive high-quality training and deliver curriculum confidently.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers check understanding and address misconceptions quickly, supporting pupil achievement.
Teaching Staff Challenges: No significant challenges mentioned; strong subject knowledge is highlighted.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: High-quality networks and subject support groups from the trust aid in assessment.
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About Us
St John Boste Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 185 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 75% 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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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.4 | 20.5 | 19.4 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 102 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 102 | 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 | 105 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 102 | 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% | 60.32% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 8.03% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above 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.
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.
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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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St John Boste Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1