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St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Stockport SK5 7DR
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| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers plan engaging and interesting curriculum with activities like trips to galleries and museums.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils develop independence, confidence, and caring attributes, contributing to readiness for next education stage.
Areas Needing Improvement: School improvement planning needs sharper focus to help governors check progress accurately.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff training is ongoing and targeted to improve teaching consistency; pupils now achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are proud of their school, follow instructions quickly, and exhibit good behaviour rooted in the school's Christian ethos.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Leaders have improved mathematics and writing outcomes; pupils' progress is good yet still embedding in some classes.
Support for SEND Pupils: Learning mentors provide valuable support for vulnerable pupils, enhancing pupil safety and well-being.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding is a high priority; regular checks and training ensure staff alertness to risks, and bullying is appropriately handled.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe, attend regularly, and understand how to keep themselves safe both online and in community.
Parent Feedback: Parents praise hardworking and caring staff and recommend the school to others.
Parental Involvement: Teachers and learning mentors available at start of each day, promoting parental engagement.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide variety of clubs, including yoga, netball, and drama, enhance pupil well-being and skills.
Outdoor Facilities: Extensive school grounds used to bring learning to life, such as recreating rural settings in English topics.
Teacher Engagement: Staff work collaboratively to share ideas and develop expertise; effective training improves teaching quality.
Impact on Student Progress: Improved teaching methods in reading and writing result in better outcomes for pupils.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular checks on teaching and learning identify needed improvements, ensuring overall progress is good.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Changes in staffing led to inconsistencies in teaching, addressed through professional development.
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About Us
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 190 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 52% 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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| 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-
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.6 | 25.8 | 20.5 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 108 | 103 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 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 | 102 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 102 | 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 | 52% | 59.01% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.77% | 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 | - |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 104 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 100 | 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 | 66% 6 | 64.03% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 11.41% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | 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 | 104 3 | 102 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 102 | 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 | 60% 13 | 65.85% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% 5 | 9.21% | 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 | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.6 | 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 | 101 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 102 | 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% | 61.84% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 8.73% | 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 | 2.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2024 - 1st 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 | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 2nd 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
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
