 This is a larger than average-sized primary school.  The proportion of disadvantaged pupils eligible for the pupil premium, which provides additional funding for those who are known to be eligible for free school meals and those who are in the care of the local authority, is well below average.  The large majority of pupils are of White British heritage and no pupils are known to speak English as an additional language.  Early years provision is in two Reception classes; all children are full-time.  The proportion of disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs supported through school action is well below that in most schools. The proportion supported at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs is a little above the national average.  The headteacher took up the post permanently in June 2012. The deputy headteacher was appointed in 2013. The assistant headteacher was seconded to another school during 2013 and returned to Charnock Hall this term. One newly qualified teacher started in February 2014 and another in September 2014.  The school meets the government’s current floor standards, which are the minimum expectations for pupils’ attainment and progress in reading, writing and mathematics.