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St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)
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St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)
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- St. Martin's SY10 7BD
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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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Academic Progress: Leaders have created an ambitious curriculum ensuring high expectations are met in all subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave extremely well, listen carefully in lessons and participate keenly in learning.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers assist pupils swiftly if they start to fall behind in their reading.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and use questions skilfully to help pupils.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers check pupils’ understanding well and use assessments to help pupils recall previous learning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff morale is generally high and staff are proud to work at the school.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Leaders should continue to work closely with parents to overcome barriers to pupils’ poor attendance.
Communication with Parents: Parents can give feedback using Ofsted Parent View and find out what other parents think.
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents are not confident that all bullying concerns are fully resolved.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff take appropriate action when bullying is reported, although some parents are not confident in its resolution.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders are supporting subject leaders with recent curriculum changes to ensure they have the intended impact.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Inspectors found bullying is always investigated, with staff taking appropriate action.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils behave extremely well, listening carefully and participating keenly in lessons.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff work together well to safeguard pupils and recruit staff properly.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils can access a range of clubs, including sports, band, knitting, and chess.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils enjoy responsibilities such as sports leader, reading buddy, and anti-bullying ambassador.
Career Counselling Services: Leaders provide effective careers support and guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Curriculum planning ensures pupils get helpful information when they need it, preparing them well for life.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND access the full curriculum; however, secondary-phase departments could better use available information for targeted support.
Subjects Offered: School offers a wide range of subjects and expects pupils in Years 10 and 11 to study a language and a creative subject.
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About Us
St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 710 students from age 3-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 23% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It is an honour and a joy for me to serve as the head of St. Martin's School at this momentous time in its history. The school is a truly special institution. Due to our small size and special place in the community, we, as a 3-16 through school at the centre of the village of St Martins, are able to provide a child-centered, individually personalised education. All employees and students are surrounded by the family-like atmosphere of the school, which fosters a secure, encouraging, and nurturing environment. We place equal value on social and academic growth. Our kids are unique individuals who are valued for their uniqueness and praised for their talents. Our kids enjoy an exciting and occasionally risk-taking curriculum that pushes and expands them in this loving family setting. This environment gives them the confidence to push themselves to do their best. When you come to visit, we hope you'll share our passion for our school.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 3-16 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | 7.1 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | - |
| Proficient Read | 104 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 23% | 0% |
| 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 | 104 | 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 | 53% | 52.56% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.78% | 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 | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | Below 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 | 101 2 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 100 2 | 92 | 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 | 37% 21 | 58.26% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.13% | 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 | -6.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -7.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.5 | 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 | 103 1 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 94 | 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% 5 | 55.82% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 7.44% | 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 | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 81 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 82 | 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 | 53% | 49.58% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.91% | 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 | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.99 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 35.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 23% | 23% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 35.89% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 17% | 16% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 6.55% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 9.91% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.64 | 2.28 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 65% | 91.9% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 57 | 142 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 33% | 80.52% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 20.29% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 7% | 13.9% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 41.33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 5.19% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.43% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 23% | 6.95% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.07 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 35.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 35% | 27.74% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 41.16% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 48% | 20% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.16% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 13.3% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.78 | 2.52 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 65% | 92.29% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 62 | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 53% | 85.76% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 26.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 14.1% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 39.52% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.9% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.57% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 10% | 4% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.23 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 39.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 27% 3 | 25.73% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 1 | 39.82% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 44% | 22.03% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 2 | 9.03% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 5 | 14.09% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.27 | 2.53 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 79% | 93.67% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 42 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 57% | 84.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 29.33% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 16.73% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 30.47% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 7.8% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 17% | 4.6% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.34 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 30% 20 | 26.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 43% 5 | 39.22% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 25% | 23.16% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 2 | 9.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 6 | 14.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.12 | 2.54 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 96% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 132 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.93% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.64% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 19.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 32.93% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.29% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.5% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.36% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.37 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 36.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 10% | 25.13% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 38% | 38.58% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 29% | 23.29% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 13.87% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 16.52% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 95.54% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.46% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.54% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 18.38% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 23.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.23% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.31% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.23% | 2.45% |
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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 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)
Local authority ratio 19 : 1