Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 May 2026

Pupils have a strong sense of belonging at this warm and nurturing school. Parents and carers value the close school community that ensures all pupils feel welcome. Pupils feel safe and are kept safe. They can name a member of staff they would go to if they had a concern. Bullying is very rare and pupils trust staff to deal with any concerns swiftly and effectively. They can talk about how staff have helped to support their learning and wellbeing. Pupils typically achieve well in reading, writing and mathematics. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who are disadvantaged. Staff typically provide effective support that helps to reduce pupils' barriers to learning so they make progress from their starting points. Pupils leave the school well prepared for the next stage of their education. Pupils are well behaved. Children in early years quickly learn the school's routines. They follow these readily. Across the school, pupils benefit from warm relationships with staff and with each other. Pupils work collaboratively in lessons. Children in early years are eager to share their learning. Pupils of all ages play together happily at playtimes. They demonstrate tolerance and learn about the importance of kindness in everyday life. Pupils attend school regularly. They value their learning and enjoy their lessons. Leaders make pupils’ personal development and wellbeing a priority. Pupils make the most of the wide range of experiences provided by the school. They attend a variety of clubs, such as chess, multi-sports and drama. Pupils’ learning is enriched by visits to different museums and historical buildings and a residential trip to Norfolk for older pupils. Leaders ensure that all pupils are supported to access these wider experiences.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should continue to develop and embed approaches to assessment across the wider curriculum subjects and ensure that any gaps in learning are identified and addressed.
• Leaders should ensure that all pupils are supported and challenged to achieve across the curriculum, including through suitable adaptations to learning.
• Leaders should ensure that the learning activities given to pupils more precisely support and encourage the knowledge leaders want pupils to know and remember.
• Leaders should continue their work to improve attendance and lower persistent absence across the school.

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