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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich
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- Ipswich IP4 4EU
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers skilfully present knowledge in small stages, ensuring foundational skills in reading, maths, and phonics are well-taught.
Success of the Curriculum: Hugely broad and ambitious curriculum with strong subject knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards in reading, writing, and mathematics are some of the highest in the country.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who fall behind receive swift support and catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave and learn exceptionally well, showing respect and enthusiasm.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders accurately identify and provide precise support for pupils with SEND, ensuring they achieve highly.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff vigilantly ensure pupils' physical and mental well-being, making them feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils’ personal development fosters open-minded, kind, and compassionate individuals.
Parent Feedback: Parents resoundingly value the quality of education their children receive.
Parental Involvement: Parents are actively involved, and their views are considered by the school.
Extracurricular Activities: A rich range of extracurricular activities helps pupils gain important cultural knowledge and skills.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive high-quality training that strengthens their subject knowledge.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teaching methods enable pupils to build on prior knowledge and understand complex ideas.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders meticulously check for gaps and misunderstandings in pupils' learning.
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About Us
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 214 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 80% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Outstanding education is provided at St. Mary's Catholic Primary School for children between the ages of 4 and 11. We are honoured to be a part of the Diocese of East Anglia and the Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Multi Academy Trust; for links, see below. The skills and attitudes that will help form the children's futures will be taught to them during their time with us. We want to fully recognise and develop their skills, and we think that kids learn best in an environment that is structured and disciplined. Each youngster is encouraged to acquire a sense of responsibility for the world around them by focusing on boosting their self-esteem. Through the teaching of gospel values, we help the kids grow their intimate relationship with God. Each person at St. Mary's is loved and valued as a part of the family. We consider the Catholic Churches of St. Mary's, St. James, St. Pancras, and St. Thomas to be an integral part of our parish community, and we value our partnerships with both our homes and our parishes. By the time our kids graduate, we want them to be capable, self-assured learners who take pleasure in their abilities. We sincerely hope you enjoy looking through our website and discover the data you need. The materials listed below will give you more information about our school's operations and will be both instructive and useful. These documents include our mission statement, goals, and values. You can reach the school directly at 01473 728372 if you have any questions. Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Multi Academy Trust Executive Headteacher Mrs.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
A-
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C+
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A
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.3 | 21.7 | 21 |
| Proficient Math | 110 | 105 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 | 110 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 96 | 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 | 80% | 51.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 37% | 6.06% | 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 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4.1 | 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 | 107 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 | 95 | 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 | 81% | 58.41% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 8.08% | 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 | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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.
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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, Ipswich
Local authority ratio 18 : 1