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St Mark's CofE Primary School
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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Early years provision Good
Previous inspection grade Requires Improvement
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of phonics and early reading is a strength and supports all pupils effectively.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is high-quality and ambitious for all, ensuring strong learning outcomes.
Areas Needing Improvement: A few subjects still need reviewing to ensure they are at high standards.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils could remember their learning in detail and develop secure mathematical skills.
Support for Falling Behind: Strong support in place, with staff adapting learning to meet individual needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour in lessons and at other times is good, with learning happening without disruption.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders quickly and accurately identify pupils' needs and adapt learning accordingly.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is not considered a problem; staff address any issues promptly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders know community challenges and provide robust support through a Community and Well-being Team.
Parent Feedback: Parents think highly of the headteacher and the school.
Parental Involvement: Pre-school workshops and further workshops planned to support parents and children.
Extracurricular Activities: Limited opportunities currently, but leaders have plans to extend the range.
Teacher Engagement: All staff received training in key areas like phonics.
Impact on Student Progress: Consistent teaching practice supports positive pupil outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Senior leaders monitor plans to ensure intended learning is secure.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some subject leaders need further skills and opportunities to monitor effectively.
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St Mark's CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.

It has 343 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.

At this school, 41% 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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Friendly and inviting students and teachers may be found at St. Mark's C of E. We constantly seek to raise the standard of education we offer the kids, making sure that our efforts are always supported by our steadfast Christian values. As a school, we do our utmost to develop a partnership with parents and value the relationship between school and home; we work with the community to drive the school forward and ensure the children in our care are the very best that they can be.
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Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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B-
Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 3-11 3-11 5-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 19.5 25.8 20.8
Proficient Math 105 108 100
Proficient Read 102 109 102
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 97 97
Reading 102 98 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 41% 52.39% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 2% 7.13% 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 -1.8 Below Average
Writing -2.1 Below Average
Maths 0.8 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 102 1 94 96
Reading 100 92 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 46% 7 55.82% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 7.77% 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 -3.8 Well Below Average
Writing -3.5 Below Average
Maths -3.1 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 101 1 92 94
Reading 100 93 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 39% 2 54.42% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 4 6.78% 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 -5 Well Below Average
Writing -2.6 Below Average
Maths -4.5 Well 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 100 94 93
Reading 100 92 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 37% 52.77% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 7% 6.55% 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 -2.7 Below Average
Writing 0.0 Average
Maths -2.6 Below Average
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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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mark's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

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