St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 May 2024

St Bede's is a thriving school community where pupils flourish and feel safe. The Catholic values are evident in all aspects of school life. The school recognises each pupil as a unique individual. Staff have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The highly ambitious curriculum prepares pupils well for the next stage of their education. Pupils demonstrate excellent attitudes to learning. They love being part of the St Bede's family. The school supports pupils and their families to ensure that there are no barriers to regular attendance. As a result, pupils' outcomes at the end of Year 6 are significantly above national levels. The school's skilfully crafted wider curriculum provides many opportunities for pupils to make a difference to their own school, community and wider world. The school's vision of 'excellence in all that we do' and values such as courage and respect permeate this school. Pupils live out this vision and values through leading assemblies, caring for the environment and fundraising for charities. Pupils' behaviour is impeccable. They are kind, responsible and respectful. Pupils show a deep appreciation of the many differences that exist between people. This begins in the early years. Pupils support each other consistently. Older pupils take on the role of play leaders, organising games for other pupils to enjoy at lunchtimes. Some become peer mentors and are trained by specialists to help support other pupils' mental health.

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