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St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
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St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
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- Bromley BR5 4AR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of phonics has improved greatly, resulting in fluent and confident readers.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum provides children with a wide range of learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
Areas Needing Improvement: Raise the quality of teaching to eliminate inconsistencies and develop pupils’ language skills.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In Year 6, pupils are working at standards above the national average in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Disadvantaged pupils are supported both in class and individually to help them catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, respect each other and adults, and feel safe in school.
Support for SEND Pupils: Teaching assistants effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff make keeping children safe a high priority, and pupils know what to do if bullying occurs.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school has systems to identify issues that prevent learning and supports pupils closely.
Parent Feedback: Parents are supportive of the school and appreciate the help they receive.
Parental Involvement: The Oasis Community Hub has become a key part of the school's work with families.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a wide range of sports and enrichment activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Specialist coaching is provided using the additional sports funding, enhancing outdoor activities.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and staff are committed to the school’s direction and improving their skills.
Impact on Student Progress: Regular progress checks help teachers plan and ensure pupils make good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders check on teaching quality and support staff effectively.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some inconsistencies remain in adopting school policies and developing language skills.
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St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 227 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 48% 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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I'm glad to be a part of a school and community that supports kids and gives them the best foundations for the future. The school has been an important component of the community for more than 100 years.
When OFSTED visited the school in September 2017, they found it to be excellent in two of the five areas and good in the remaining three.
Through strong collaboration with other schools in the Spring Partnership Trust and the rest of the borough, it is my goal to elevate the school to excellence in every regard.
Our instructors will have the chance to work with exceptional colleagues while the kids will have the chance to share their learning with other kids in the neighbourhood.
Academic success is a distinct priority at St. Mary Cray.
All students are given equal educational opportunities at St. Mary Cray.
We believe that our website provides information about what St. Mary Cray hopes to accomplish for our kids.
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I'm glad to be a part of a school and community that supports kids and gives them the best foundations for the future. The school has been an important component of the community for more than 100 years.
When OFSTED visited the school in September 2017, they found it to be excellent in two of the five areas and good in the remaining three.
Through strong collaboration with other schools in the Spring Partnership Trust and the rest of the borough, it is my goal to elevate the school to excellence in every regard.
Our instructors will have the chance to work with exceptional colleagues while the kids will have the chance to share their learning with other kids in the neighbourhood.
Academic success is a distinct priority at St. Mary Cray.
All students are given equal educational opportunities at St. Mary Cray.
We believe that our website provides information about what St. Mary Cray hopes to accomplish for our kids.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B+
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 5-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.9 | 23.4 | 21.6 |
| Proficient Math | 101 | 105 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 105 | 105 |
| 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 | 101 | 104 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 104 | 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 | 48% | 66.32% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 13.54% | 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 | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.5 | Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | Below Average |
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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 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 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 | 57% 3 | 68.2% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% 3 | 14.87% | 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 | -2.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | 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 6 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 9 | 98 | 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 | 54% 17 | 66.85% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 16 | 13.74% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 6.5 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 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 | 107 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 110 | 96 | 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 | 71% | 67.29% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 24% | 12.89% | 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 | 7.8 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.6 | Well Above Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
