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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell
- Primary
- Withnell PR6 8SD
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of early reading and mathematics is the cornerstone of their highly successful curriculum offer
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum on offer to pupils is exceptionally well designed with precise curriculum plans that sequence learning carefully
Areas Needing Improvement: No areas needing improvement mentioned
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils’ progress and attainment in national tests for reading, writing and mathematics have been well above average over a number of years
Support for Falling Behind: Swift actions ensure anyone who falls behind gets the help they need to catch up
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ conduct around school and their attitudes to learning are excellent
Support for SEND Pupils: The curriculum helps all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to achieve highly across a broad range of subjects
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and report that bullying is rare and staff are vigilant about safeguarding
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders share information with the right people to protect pupils who may be at risk of harm
Parent Feedback: Parents are overjoyed at the support that staff provide for their children
Parental Involvement: Teachers and parents make superb use of electronic systems to share children’s academic and social successes
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils take part in an excellent range of clubs and cultural visits that link to class learning
Outdoor Facilities: ‘Forest Friday’ events develop children's self-confidence and help them to work with others
Teacher Engagement: Teachers greet parents, carers and pupils each day with genuine warmth
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use their strong subject knowledge to select the right activities to move pupils' learning forward
Teaching Staff Challenges: No challenges noted for teaching staff; they feel well supported and morale is high
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The quality of teachers' work in books is stunning, such as the in-depth geographical study of Catalonia
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About Us
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 98 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 83% 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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Greetings from St. Joseph's.
The community of Withnell, which is on the outskirts of Chorley, is home to our tiny Catholic school.
As a proud Catholic institution, we have several advantages.
We accept kids and families of all faiths, as well as those of no faith, since we know that we have far more in common than we do differences.
We are aware that picking a school for your child is among the hardest choices a parent can make.
We understand that as parents, you want to know above all else that we will get to know your kid, that they will be cared for, loved, and encouraged to fulfil their greatest potential.
Our curriculum at St. Joseph's follows a conventional methodology.
We think that all kids can succeed if they work hard and receive excellent instruction.
In national tests, our kids do extraordinarily well.
Since 2014, we have consistently been placed in the top 1% of schools in the country for progress.
If you pick St. Joseph's, I want you to know that we will get to know your kid, we will get to know your family, and we will make sure your kid gets a top-notch education.
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The community of Withnell, which is on the outskirts of Chorley, is home to our tiny Catholic school.
As a proud Catholic institution, we have several advantages.
We accept kids and families of all faiths, as well as those of no faith, since we know that we have far more in common than we do differences.
We are aware that picking a school for your child is among the hardest choices a parent can make.
We understand that as parents, you want to know above all else that we will get to know your kid, that they will be cared for, loved, and encouraged to fulfil their greatest potential.
Our curriculum at St. Joseph's follows a conventional methodology.
We think that all kids can succeed if they work hard and receive excellent instruction.
In national tests, our kids do extraordinarily well.
Since 2014, we have consistently been placed in the top 1% of schools in the country for progress.
If you pick St. Joseph's, I want you to know that we will get to know your kid, we will get to know your family, and we will make sure your kid gets a top-notch education.
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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-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.2 | 25.8 | 28.1 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 111 | 109 | 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 | 107 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 111 | 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 | 83% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 25% | 7.4% | 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 | 4.9 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | 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 | 111 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 87% 13 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 47% 3 | 9.2% | 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 | 4.6 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 5.5 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 5.4 | Well 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 | 110 5 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 110 4 | 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 | 100% | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 50% 6 | 9.08% | 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 | 4.3 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 6.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 4.7 | Well 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 | 115 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 114 | 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 | 100% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 44% | 7.79% | 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 | 5.5 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 7.3 | Well Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell
Local authority ratio 19 : 1