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St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
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St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
- Primary
- Hyndburn BB5 3AA
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of phonics is well organised so that pupils make a good start to reading and writing.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils make good progress from starting points that are below expectations for their age.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teachers do not consistently adjust their teaching during lessons to meet the needs of all learners.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils are currently making good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics across the school.
Support for Falling Behind: A range of one-to-one and small group sessions ensure that pupils’ different needs are well met.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, work hard, and feel safe. They apply themselves conscientiously and enjoy learning because 'lessons are fun'.
Support for SEND Pupils: Disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs make good progress. Pupils are well supported by teaching assistants in small groups and on a one-to-one basis.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe in school. They have a good understanding of different forms of bullying and are confident issues will be resolved quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development well.
Parent Feedback: Parents overwhelmingly agree that their children are well looked after.
Parental Involvement: The involvement of older pupils in roles of responsibility helps them to become more confident.
Extracurricular Activities: The curriculum is further enriched by after-school activities and school visits.
Outdoor Facilities: Teaching and the indoor and outdoor environment in the Early Years Foundation Stage have improved.
Teacher Engagement: There are good relationships between pupils and teachers, and pupils know what they are expected to achieve.
Impact on Student Progress: The quality of teaching has improved since the current headteacher took up her post, helping pupils to make good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: School leaders rigorously check the quality of teaching. Effective performance by teachers is rewarded by progression through pay scales.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers do not always give guidance to pupils on what to do to improve their work.
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About Us
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 265 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1.
At this school, 79% 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 |
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 | 5-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 25.3 | 25.8 | 23.1 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 109 | 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 | 107 | 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 | 79% | 55.57% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 7.4% | 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 | 3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.1 | Above 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 3 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 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 | 45% 35 | 60.01% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 9.2% | 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 | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | 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 | 104 1 | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 1 | 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 | 80% 10 | 60.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.08% | 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 | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | -1.6 | 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 | 105 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 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 | 70% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 7.79% | 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 | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | Above Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
25 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
