Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School
| Type | Primary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Bridgenorth Drive Littleborough OL15 0ES |
| Phone | 01706378083 |
| Reference Number | 105847 |
Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School is performing well, achieving a 'Good' rating across all areas of inspection. This marks a notable shift from its previous 'Outstanding' grade received 14 years ago. The school has a strong commitment to high expectations for both academic performance and pupil behavior, with a focus on inclusivity, particularly for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Many pupils leave the school well-prepared for the next stage of their education, and the supportive community contributes to a positive school environment where pupils feel safe and happy. However, there are some areas for improvement in curriculum planning. While most subjects have been well organised, a few have not defined the essential knowledge pupils should acquire, which can hinder the overall progression in their learning. Additionally, some staff inconsistently enforce behavior expectations, which can lead to variability in pupil conduct. Overall, the school is encouraged to enhance its curriculum further and ensure consistent modeling of behavioral expectations among staff.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 411 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.64%
Girls: 50.36% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 26 | 59 |
| 2 | 19 | 29 | 48 |
| 3 | 31 | 29 | 60 |
| 4 | 30 | 28 | 58 |
| 5 | 30 | 24 | 54 |
| 6 | 29 | 29 | 58 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 84.2% |
| Asian, Other | 5.1% |
| Pakistani | 3.6% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 03 Feb 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 03 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Nov 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High ambitions for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Broad range of extracurricular opportunities.
- Strong support for pupils’ emotional development.
- High-quality reading resources and phonics support.
- Effective engagement with parents to support home learning.
- Skilled staff in early years supporting language development.
- Pupils develop a deep understanding of British values.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum lacks clarity in some subjects regarding essential knowledge.
- Inconsistent reinforcement of behavior expectations by some staff.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 59% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 105 | ||
| Maths | 102 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.9 | ||
| Writing | -2.4 | ||
| Maths | -1.5 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 21 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 40 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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