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Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Previous inspection grade Good
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good
Outcomes for pupils Good
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good
Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is being taught in a more systematic way across early years and key stage 1
Success of the Curriculum: The school’s curriculum is broad and well balanced
Areas Needing Improvement: Key stage 1 writing needs improvement, particularly for most-able pupils
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils’ outcomes in writing have been a key focus and are structured more coherently now
Support for Falling Behind: Additional support for disadvantaged pupils has been planned much more thoroughly
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite and articulate, with good conduct around school and playgrounds
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding is effective with a strong safeguarding culture established
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught how to stay safe online and confirm they feel safe in school
Parent Feedback: Parents and carers have given strong support as reflected in the responses to Ofsted’s online survey
Parental Involvement: Parents are engaged through the school's continuous relationship with the Fallibroome Trust
Extracurricular Activities: A good programme of extracurricular activities enriches the curriculum
Outdoor Facilities: Children benefit from an attractive and well-equipped outdoor learning environment
Teacher Engagement: Teachers actively discuss teaching strategies and pedagogy enthusiastically
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers' professional development provided by the trust improves teaching quality
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leadership roles in English have split to improve different aspects of teaching the subject
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some challenges remain in ensuring continuity in phonics resources
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Upton Priory School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.

It has 325 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.

At this school, 61% 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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An exciting, comprehensive, and engaging curriculum at Upton Priory School, where learning is at the centre of everything we do, will foster students' creativity and curiosity. Our students learn to become resilient and respectful in an inclusive and safe atmosphere which recognises the achievements of all. We encourage kids and families to participate actively in and be respected by their communities. By the time our children leave Upton Priory, they will be confident and resourceful lifelong learners, with high aspirations and a strong sense of moral responsibility to empower them to be active citizens of modern Britain. a positive, safe, and inclusive environment with high standards. Opportunities for kids to develop into self-driven, independent learners who are given the chance to reach their full potential. A richly resourced, inclusive, and well-balanced curriculum, as well as a large selection of after-school activities that enhance the learning experience for the kids a dedicated group of staff members who strive to deliver the finest standards of instruction and, as a result, guarantee the highest standards of learning. the identification of each child's unique requirements and the provision of special education instruction that is suitable. a positive behaviour programme that promotes respect for oneself and others, both within and outside of the classroom. The importance of parents and other carers in the educational process is acknowledged. We look forward to our cooperation with you in the years ahead. You are more than welcome to visit and take a tour at any time if you are a potential parent who is thinking about enrolling your child in this school. Please speak with Mrs. Costanda or Mrs. Ray at the school office for more details. Being a part of the Fallibroome Trust makes us proud. For more information on the trust visit www.fallibroometrust.com.
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Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Academies Academies Academies
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C+
C
C-
Ofset report Good - -
Age range 3-11 4-11 4-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 18.9 19.4 22.8
Proficient Math 104 104 105
Proficient Read 105 108 107
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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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 104 97 97
Reading 105 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 61% 58.98% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 5% 5.41% 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 0.2 Average
Writing -1.4 Below Average
Maths 0.3 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 106 2 101 96
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 63% 6 64.44% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 4% 1 7.66% 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 -0.7 Below Average
Writing -4.1 Well Below Average
Maths -1.3 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 3 100 94
Reading 106 1 102 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 69% 6 66.1% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 5% 2 8.07% 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 -1.5 Below Average
Writing -2.3 Below Average
Maths -1.8 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 107 100 93
Reading 107 101 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 75% 63.18% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 8.47% 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 -1.3 Below Average
Writing -3.5 Below Average
Maths -1.6 Below 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 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 - 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 - 6th Apr 2025
Summer Term 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025
Summer Term-2 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Upton Priory School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

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