CSI 2026: 'There is a strong culture of warmth and welcome for all' - 'Pupils feel safe, valued and well cared for' - 'Pupils' behaviour is exemplary' - 'There is a deep commitment to providing pastoral support for pupils and their families' Ofsted 2026 - This is a small school where every pupil is welcome. Its Catholic character is visible throughout school life and shapes the open-hearted community that pupils, families and staff experience. Pupils have warm relationships with staff and with one another. Leaders make inclusion central to their decision-making. They identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. This begins in the early years. The school's nurture hub provides tailored support for pupils with communication, social, emotional and mental health needs. Pupils who attend are better able to engage in school life as a result. Leaders recognise and nurture pupils' talents. Staff know their pupils well and support them effectively. At the end of key stage 2, outcomes are broadly in line with national averages in reading and mathematics. Pupils are typically well prepared for secondary school. Disadvantaged pupils achieve well by the end of their time at the school. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress from their individual starting points. Pupils are polite, kind and welcoming. The school is calm and orderly, which helps pupils focus on their learning. Staff apply the behaviour approach fairly. pupils speak positively about the support they receive. They feel confident sharing any worries with adults in school. Staff provide effective individualised support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Parents and carers speak warmly about the school. They value the approachable and supportive staff and the care their children receive. Parents and carers speak positively about the impact of leaders recently. Parents describe the school as a warm and supportive place. They value the relationships staff build with families and feel confident that their children are well cared for. Governors are dedicated to the school and its community. Many bring knowledge from a range of professional backgrounds. This helps them to carry out their health, safety and safeguarding responsibilities well.
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Curriculum Information

 

Mission Statement – ‘Together in Faith Working as One’

Curriculum Intent

We develop responsible, resilient, respectful pupils who value themselves, others and their learning.

We aim for our children to be happy, inquisitive, reflective and ambitious individuals who can become lifelong learners ready for the next stage of their ‘journey’.

Our curriculum is CLEAR:-

  • Challenging – lessons are stimulating and provide opportunities for children to ‘grapple’ with concepts, utilising opportunities for regular lesson enhancements.
  • Language rich– staff promote, develop and encourage high quality talk for learning so that all pupils can express themselves and communicate clearly and effectively in a wide range of situations.
  • Encouraging – staff promote resilience through the development of a growth mindset and ‘the power of yet’.
  • Aspirational – staff have high expectations and the children dare to take risks and dream.
  • Reflective – children are encouraged to consider their role in making our world a better place. ‘LIVE WISELY, THINK DEEPLY AND LOVE GENEROUSLY ‘– (Pope Francis Laudato Si)

Curriculum Implementation

Our intent will be achieved through:-

  • The Catholic Ethos and values of the school are embedded throughout all learning in an inclusive, safe and loving environment.
  • The health and well- being of all pupils is of paramount importance. Therefore, dedicated curriculum time is given to our Pastoral Care provision. Children with more complex needs are given weekly one-to-one sessions through Caritas.
  • Sequences of carefully planned and well taught lessons are matched effectively to subject intents and overviews.
  • Progress is driven by consistent consideration and evaluation of the intent-implementation-impact cycle which ensures that all pupils can access and are included in the curriculum offer.
  • The curriculum is inclusive. Staff plan for all learning styles, providing engaging sessions and creating opportunities for collaborative tasks.
  • Lessons are rooted in question hooks.
  • Revision and review time within lesson time to allow for the solid retention and consolidation of subject knowledge.
  • Opportunities are provided to allow our pupils to grow into positive, responsible, caring citizens.

Curriculum Impact

Our children will develop socially, morally, spiritually, culturally and academically, with the Gospel Values at the heart of everything. Ongoing formative assessment and termly summative assessments help to inform teachers of the impact of their teaching. This informs the intent for the next session and so the implementation impact cycle continues every day in all that we do. The ultimate impact of our curriculum intent and implementation will be in the development of our happy, inquisitive, reflective and ambitious pupils who are prepared for the next stage of their journey as responsible, resilient and respectful members of society.

 

 

Teaching & Learning Policy.pdf