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St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School
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St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School
- Primary
- Bridgnorth WV15 5EQ
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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 | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a high priority with regular training for staff in phonics.
Success of the Curriculum: Well-thought-out curriculum that sets clear expectations and builds knowledge from Nursery class.
Areas Needing Improvement: Foundation subjects' curriculum needs better implementation and assessment.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Staff check pupils’ understanding carefully and provide support to address any gaps in learning.
Support for Falling Behind: Interventions ensure pupils with SEND access the same learning as peers, making good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, focus on work in lessons, and respond positively to clear behaviour expectations.
Support for SEND Pupils: Effective support with adaptations and interventions for pupils with SEND; they make good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Incidents of bullying are rare but quickly resolved. Pupils feel safe using 'worry boxes.'
Extracurricular Activities: Range of clubs like Ukulele, Lego, and football. Pupils enjoy trips and sports events.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers have expert subject knowledge, ensuring pupils can recall key knowledge accurately.
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About Us
St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 189 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 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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Our goal is to create a school where students, teachers, governors, parents, and members of the community collaborate to achieve success. As a church school, we promote a child's holistic development via the Christian faith while also respecting the diversity of other faiths in the school and the community. The school wants to make sure that parents understand that it is their responsibility, along with everyone else's, to protect and advance the welfare of all students. When there are worries about a student's wellbeing, the school may need to collaborate and share information with other organisations. "Children want to be treated with respect, have their opinions heard, develop trusting, long-lasting relationships with adults, and receive ongoing help tailored to meet their specific needs. Professionals should follow this as a behavioural guide. Anyone working with children should see and speak to the child; listen to what they say; take their views seriously; and work with them collaboratively when deciding how to support their needs". WT 2015.
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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+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.2 | - | 16 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 110 |
| 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 | 100 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 48% | 52.56% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 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 | -0.4 | Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -5.5 | Well 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 | 106 3 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 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 | 78% 15 | 58.26% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 3 | 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 | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 5.4 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | 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 | 103 7 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 6 | 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 | 63% 42 | 55.82% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 4.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | 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 | 96 | 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 | 21% | 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 | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
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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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1