St Catherine's Catholic Primary School (Hallam)

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 December 2022

Pupils thrive at this exceptional school. Leaders have developed highly effective training and support for staff. The expertise staff develop ensures pupils achieve extremely well. Staff have high expectations of pupils' attitudes and behaviours. They offer just the right support and challenge to ensure pupils succeed. Pupils are attentive in lessons. Pupils are safe, happy, keen to learn and very persistent. They are ambitious and excited about their futures. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive an exceptional education. Teachers know how to help pupils with SEND to learn and succeed. Pupils' behaviour is outstanding. Bullying almost never happens. The rare incidents of poor behaviour are managed extremely well by staff. Pupils develop a strong sense of community. They are proud to be part of a multicultural school. Pupils are well prepared for life in modern Britain. Children in the early years get off to a superb start. Staff understand children's needs well. They provide purposeful activities for children to access independently. These activities build on what pupils have been taught by their teachers. The school building has been thoughtfully designed to inspire pupils. Leaders celebrate much-loved books and curriculum subjects using stunning wall sculptures, such as the woolly mammoth. The school is a joy to walk around.

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