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St Matthew's CofE Primary School
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Sandwell B66 3LX
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Successful teaching of letters and sounds contributes to good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics
Success of the Curriculum: Rapidly improving standards in early years and progression through the grades indicating a systematic build-up
Areas Needing Improvement: More-able pupils are not always challenged enough and need more opportunities for independent work
Performance in Maths & Reading: Standards are average in Year 6, with reading above average
Support for Falling Behind: Learning is broken down into small steps with good support from well-briefed staff for those with special educational needs
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and have a good understanding of how to keep safe, fit, and healthy
Support for SEND Pupils: Good progress made by pupils with special educational needs due to precise use of language and constant checks on understanding
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Harassment is not tolerated; incident books show quick and effective response to any issues
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Core values of respect and care foster a feeling of belonging and community
Parent Feedback: Parents are very pleased with the school’s environment and progress
Parental Involvement: Parents contribute to topic work and participate in 'Inspire' workshops
Extracurricular Activities: A good range of visits, visitors, and extracurricular activities enriches the curriculum
Teacher Engagement: Teachers engage and motivate pupils with well-planned lessons and strong questioning
Impact on Student Progress: Strong marking in literacy and numeracy impacts positively on pupils’ progress
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Rigorous tracking and usage of pupil progress data in planning
Teaching Staff Challenges: More-able pupils need more challenging activities
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 461 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 63% 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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Thank you for visiting St. Matthew's C of E Primary School. Our school, which has served the neighbourhood for well over a century, is something we are really proud of. As a primary school that is expanding, we take satisfaction in knowing our students. We collaborate closely with families because we know that when home and school are supportive of one another, our students perform at their best. We have high standards for both ourselves and one another. At St. Matthew's, we put a lot of effort into ensuring that every child has the chance to reach their full potential and succeed. We develop our students to help them grow into joyful, self-assured people. Our experiences give our kids more to learn and give them knowledge and skills that will stick with them after they leave St. Matthew's. We have strong relations to our parish church because we are a Church of England primary school. A comprehensive and well-balanced RE curriculum that emphasises respect and understanding for all faiths is taught to our kids. I look forward to meeting you and your child and wish you a prosperous and extended time at school.
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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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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 25.8 | 23.3 |
| Proficient Math | 107 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 104 | 109 | 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 | 107 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 104 | 99 | 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 | 63% | 53.75% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 5.99% | 7.4% |
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 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | 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 | 108 3 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 97 | 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 | 76% 15 | 61.13% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 6 | 9.34% | 9.69% |
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 | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.9 | 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 | 105 2 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 3 | 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 | 61% 19 | 60.99% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 2 | 7.85% | 9.14% |
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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | 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 | 103 | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | 101 | 99 | 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 | 42% | 57.92% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% | 6.67% | 8.17% |
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 | Below Average |
| Writing | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1