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St Mary's Catholic Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- Bradley Stoke BS32 8EJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers focus on grammar, punctuation, and spelling across the curriculum.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils are extremely motivated by the curriculum, showing enthusiasm and engagement.
Foundational Skills: Consistent phonics approach; reading integral to curriculum.
Success of the Curriculum: Significant steps to strengthen; pupils progress well.
Areas Needing Improvement: Resources for boys in early years do not always meet their needs.
Areas Needing Improvement: Subject clarity lacking in some areas, affecting knowledge retention.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Better progress in reading, writing, and mathematics noted in 2018.
Support for Falling Behind: Individual targets for pupils enable them to improve.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Strong relationships between pupils and staff, promoting respect and tolerance.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Focus on rapid recall supports reasoning in maths.
Support for Falling Behind: Swift support for those at risk ensures progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Polite, kind pupils; safe, calm environment.
Support for SEND Pupils: High levels of enthusiasm and engagement among pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Support for SEND Pupils: Adapted learning effectively supports progression.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School has a strong culture of safeguarding, with fit-for-purpose arrangements and up-to-date training.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Governors ensure procedures are in line with legislation; school promotes respect and tolerance.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils move safely and calmly.
Parent Feedback: Every parent who responded would recommend the school, describing it as like a second family for their children.
Parental Involvement: Parents feel welcomed and appreciate the effort school leaders make to celebrate every pupil.
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate warm and supportive atmosphere.
Parental Involvement: Involvement through community links like 'Mini Vinnies'.
Extracurricular Activities: Varied clubs enrich experiences e.g., gymnastics, cooking.
Outdoor Facilities: Museum trips enhance local history understanding.
Outdoor Facilities: Resources for outdoor learning in early years need improvement.
Teacher Engagement: Staff share the vision and are passionate about the quality of care and education.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching improvements have led to better outcomes for pupils.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders and governors rigorously scrutinize teaching and pupil work.
Teacher Engagement: High teacher engagement visible through consistent practices.
Teaching Staff Challenges: New subject leaders are still developing but show capacity for improvement.
Impact on Student Progress: Assessment gaps in some subjects need addressing.
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 204 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 66% 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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We adhere to the Jesuit Values at St. Mary's. What kind of individuals do we hope our students develop into? This is the question that prompted the creation of the Jesuit Pupil Profile in 2013. These ideals are based on the gospel of Jesus Christ and are not chosen at random; rather, they provide a vision of what a decent and moral person ought to be. The values are stated and grouped in pairs in the tree graphic (colour coded). The idea is that the tree represents our children's development and that it is our collective duty to aid in their progress in these areas. The values pairs will be incorporated into our schedule for Collective Worship, but more significantly, they will be fostered and modelled through our daily interactions at St. Mary's.
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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 |
A-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.1 | - | 20.4 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 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 | 105 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 66% | 53.63% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% | 5.37% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.9 | 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 | 109 1 | 89 | 96 |
| Reading | 109 | 89 | 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 | 86% 7 | 57.51% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% 4 | 10.61% | 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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.0 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | 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 | 108 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 109 1 | 91 | 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 | 79% 6 | 56.65% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 10 | 9.68% | 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 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | 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 | 108 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 73% | 55.94% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 27% | 10.68% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | 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 | 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 - 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1