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Didsbury CofE Primary School
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Didsbury CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Manchester M20 6RL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
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Foundational Skills: Pupils achieve highly in phonics, reading, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders鈥� curriculum is broad and mostly ambitious for pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, particularly in the early years, curriculum is less well thought out, causing gaps in knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve highly as readers and mathematicians.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders prioritise pupils with weaker reading skills for extra help.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� thoughtful behaviour and kind words reflect high expectations.
Support for SEND Pupils: Needs of pupils with SEND are identified and prioritised quickly and accurately by teachers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe because leaders listen to them and deal effectively with any issues of bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff provide help to manage emotions, ensuring a rewarding experience at school.
Parent Feedback: Response from parents is considered through Ofsted Parent View.
Parental Involvement: Leaders have spent valuable time working with staff and parents.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils profit from a wide range of extra activities, especially the art club.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use assessment strategies effectively to identify knowledge gaps.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers select activities carefully to suit the curriculum.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching helps pupils to successfully learn rich foundational knowledge.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers organise learning activities not well matched to curriculums, more pronounced in early years.
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About Us
Didsbury CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 225 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.
At this school, 76% 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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The goal of our Christian school is to create a warm environment where each person is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. These ideas of Belonging, Believing and Becoming are more than just buzz words - they're the guiding principles behind everything we do at Didsbury CE Primary. to the Didsbury neighbourhood and giving it top-notch neighbourhood primary education. as one of 191 Church of England schools, to the Diocese of Manchester. caring for all of creation, regardless of race, religion, or background, in the world in which we live. since each child is distinct and valued, in our talents and skills. each child will be encouraged and challenged to reach their full potential. Each child will be guided by the ethos and values of our church in keeping with our Christian faith. We must be proactive and engaged if we want to confront and change the world. with a developing feeling of purpose and preference, conscious of our vocation. Didsbury CE Primary will work tirelessly to ensure that each child not only becomes a force for good in society, but develops into a well-rounded young person in mind, body and spirit. If you'd like to see our mission in action, please feel free to make an appointment to visit the school.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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B-
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C+
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 4-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 24.2 | 27.5 | 32.2 |
| Proficient Math | 108 | 110 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 110 | 110 | 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 | 108 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 110 | 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 | 76% | 51.67% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 21% | 4.08% | 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 | 2.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | 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 | 110 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 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 | 93% 3 | 58.65% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 37% 8 | 8.65% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.9 | 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 | 110 2 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 111 3 | 96 | 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 | 96% 22 | 59.87% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 29% 4 | 8.7% | 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 | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.3 | 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 | 108 | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | 108 | 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 | 74% | 57.78% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 33% | 7.2% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Didsbury CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
