Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy

A outstanding academy converter school in Stoke-on-Trent. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy.

Stoke-On-Trent, ST28AU Ofsted: Outstanding Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

62

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
56.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 67.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 7.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
28 November 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Abbey Lane
Abbey Hulton
Stoke-On-Trent, ST28AU
Phone
1782234646
Website
ourladyandstbenedict.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140141
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Abbey Lane, Abbey Hulton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8AU
Website
www.ourladyandstbenedict.co.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ST GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Archdiocese of Birmingham
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
214
Free School Meals
53.4% (114 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.4% (3 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
20.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
67.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
7.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 107.0
2023 101.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
24
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
214 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+5.0 per year)

Up 5.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Loving, Learning and Looking Forward with Christ"

Provide opportunities for every member of our community to strengthen their spiritual relationship, belief and faith with Christ and one another through daily prayer, worship, liturgy and learn to live out their relationship based on the teachings of the Gospel Values. Believe every person matters and that they are entitled to equality of opportunity. Each individual’s unique God-given talents are nurtured and celebrated and through an excellent Catholic education each member will achieve their full potential and come ever closer to understanding their vocation. Be committed to a strong, loyal and supportive partnership between pupils, parents, Governors, staff, parish and community where the teaching of Christ and the Church are used as our guide to ever strengthen this relationship and service to one another. Endeavour to provide an environment in which children understand that they are made in the image of God and develop self-discipline, respect and care for all through their words, actions and thoughts. Encourage all through the teachings of Christ and the examples of Our Lady and St. Benedict to be privileged to act as ambassadors for the school now and for their future place within God’s world. Let them prefer nothing whatever to Christ. And may He bring us all together to everlasting life.

Catholic ethos; Gospel values and virtues; school is a member of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Mrs Sarah Clowes, Principal, describing the school's inclusive, Catholic ethos and partnership with parents and community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

OWLS NEST Before and After School Club

Facilities

Outdoor space including a purpose-built Early Years play area School forest (Forest School) Extensive fields

Curriculum Highlights

Extensive curriculum built on knowledge and skills Outdoor learning including Forest School in the school forest Access to specialist teachers in Music, PE and Modern Foreign Languages Wide range of extra-curricular activities and after-school clubs

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

OWLS NEST wrap around care club (before and after school)

SEND Provision

Free School Meals information and application process; contact the school office for eligibility; includes links to Free School Meal Application Form and Pupil Premium resources.

Admissions Criteria

Nursery and Reception admissions; In-Year admissions; oversubscription criteria; appeals process; contact details for admissions questions; local authority links.

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