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St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School
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St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School
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- Kidderminster DY10 2LX
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Based on the inspection date: 09 November 2022
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have recently made big changes to the curriculum. Things are improving, as pupils’ work is better matched to what they already know.
Foundational Skills: Younger children do not learn to read as quickly as they could. This is because staff lack the knowledge to teach phonics well.
Areas Needing Improvement: The writing curriculum is not well organized. Pupils’ handwriting is not of a high standard.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Some subjects are stronger, particularly mathematics. Teachers’ subject knowledge and expertise in mathematics are strong.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons, so their learning is rarely disrupted. Pupils are always keen to learn and show a positive attitude to their work.
Support for Falling Behind: Staff's subject knowledge in phonics is not strong. Leaders should ensure that staff have expertise to teach the phonics curriculum effectively.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive tailored support based on their needs, including mental health support.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say staff quickly deal with the rare incidents of bullying. All members of the school community are respectful of one another.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders provide comprehensive training to staff which helps them to identify concerns. Safeguarding remains a priority and strength of the school.
Parent Feedback: Parents recognize the school's high level of care, feeling happy to send their children here.
Parental Involvement: Leaders continue to work with parents for regular student attendance.
Teacher Engagement: Staff speak highly of the support leaders provide around their workload and are proud to work at St Mary’s.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use assessment to check pupils’ knowledge and adapt their teaching, especially in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders have improved teachers’ subject knowledge in many subjects through training, while implementing the revised curriculum.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Improved and more consistent practice is increasingly evident in the curriculum. However, teachers need more support to adjust their teaching effectively when gaps in pupil knowledge are identified.
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About Us
St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 214 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 28% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Being the head teacher at St. Mary's Primary School makes me feel incredibly proud.
As a school, we are dedicated to collaborating closely with parents to make sure that the kids benefit from our efforts.
Our staff members work extremely hard and are dedicated to ensuring that every student at St. Mary's realises their potential and that no one is left behind, despite the fact that many of them have only recently started at the school.
We pride ourselves on being a school that is constantly growing and learning, and we are confident in our capacity to collaborate to ensure that every child achieves their full potential.
Our organisation, our learning opportunities, and our learning environment have all undergone numerous good adjustments in recent years.
In terms of what we want for our kids, we have high goals.
Based on four unambiguous values, St. Mary's is a school that genuinely cares about its students.
At St. Mary's, students have a variety of chances and experiences throughout the academic year. Life is constantly busy and dynamic.
Our goal is to inspire and motivate our kids to desire to learn and grow.
The greatest aspect of our school is our students.
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As a school, we are dedicated to collaborating closely with parents to make sure that the kids benefit from our efforts.
Our staff members work extremely hard and are dedicated to ensuring that every student at St. Mary's realises their potential and that no one is left behind, despite the fact that many of them have only recently started at the school.
We pride ourselves on being a school that is constantly growing and learning, and we are confident in our capacity to collaborate to ensure that every child achieves their full potential.
Our organisation, our learning opportunities, and our learning environment have all undergone numerous good adjustments in recent years.
In terms of what we want for our kids, we have high goals.
Based on four unambiguous values, St. Mary's is a school that genuinely cares about its students.
At St. Mary's, students have a variety of chances and experiences throughout the academic year. Life is constantly busy and dynamic.
Our goal is to inspire and motivate our kids to desire to learn and grow.
The greatest aspect of our school is our students.
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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 | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.4 | - | 22.7 |
| Proficient Math | 102 | 111 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 99 | 107 | 104 |
| 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 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 99 | 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 | 28% | 52.77% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.65% | 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 | -4.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | 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 | 101 | 93 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 93 | 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 | 44% | 58.48% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.81% | 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 | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 1 | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 | 93 | 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 | 44% 7 | 57.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 1 | 8.64% | 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 | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | 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 | 100 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 103 | 95 | 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 | 37% | 55.65% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 8.07% | 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 | 3.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | Above 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1