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St Thomas Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Bury BL9 7EY
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Staff deliver the phonics programme effectively, ensuring pupils read fluently and accurately.
Success of the Curriculum: The school has developed an ambitious curriculum from Nursery to Year 6, delivered well to deepen pupils' knowledge.
Areas Needing Improvement: Staff need to provide more opportunities for pupils to apply previous learning and address gaps in subject-specific vocabulary.
Performance in Maths & Reading: The school fosters a love of reading; staff ensure pupils read fluently and check their phonics knowledge regularly.
Support for Falling Behind: Less confident readers receive effective support; staff identify additional needs promptly for targeted support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary; they understand school rules and relish rewards for hard work.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff are trained to quickly identify SEND needs and provide the necessary support for these pupils to thrive.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, ensuring a safe environment for pupils.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: School promotes high attendance and offers effective support to families to reduce absence levels.
Parental Involvement: The school engages parents through regular consultations and involves them in their child's education journey.
Parent Feedback: Parents can give feedback on Ofsted Parent View to express their opinion on the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils take on responsibilities such as being peer mediators or catering managers, teaching them communication and responsibility.
Teacher Engagement: Staff receive regular training, equipping them with high levels of expertise across subjects.
Impact on Student Progress: Staff adeptly check pupils' learning, addressing misconceptions to ensure progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Occasionally, insufficient opportunities to recap hinder pupils' learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Generally, staff ensure pupils learn all they should; some gaps in knowledge go unchecked.
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About Us
St Thomas Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 440 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 62% 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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Our school is active and pleasant, with lots going on. This website seeks to introduce you to the institution while also regularly updating information for both parents and students. You may learn a lot about the school, the programmes, and the fantastic learning possibilities we offer through our engaging curriculum here. The school serves a diverse community in terms of socioeconomic position, religion, and culture, with the majority of our students being of Pakistani ancestry. The abundance of cultural diversity is a significant asset from which we may benefit and so improve school life. The staff puts a lot of effort into making learning enjoyable, with engaging classes and "real life" learning at the core of what we do. We strive to provide a supportive and loving environment for all of our students through our school's mission statement and core values, and we place a strong emphasis on fostering good connections with parents, carers, and the larger community. We would be happy to have you visit the school if you would like. Nothing would make the kids happier or more proud of their school than to talk to you about it. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover any information you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
A+
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A-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.8 | 18.9 | 20.4 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 106 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 102 | 106 | 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 | 103 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 102 | 101 | 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 | 62% | 58.5% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.44% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | 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 | 104 | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 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 | 60% | 62.17% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.5% | 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 | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.3 | 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.
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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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Thomas Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1