St Edward's Catholic Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 December 2023

Pupils who attend this school speak proudly of being part of the 'St Edward's family'. The school teaches pupils that all are equal in the eyes of God through their Catholic ethos. Pupils therefore know that difference should be respected. All are welcome at this inclusive school. Staff have very high expectations for pupils' behaviour. Pupils receive a strong start in early years that quickly establishes routines. Children in the early years swiftly rise to adults' high expectations. Older pupils model exemplary behaviour. Classrooms are purposeful and focused. There is no lost learning time. The school has designed a curriculum that prepares pupils well for their future education. In published outcomes, reading is a particular strength. Staff have ambition for all pupils to achieve well. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). There is a very large number of opportunities for pupils to become leaders in school and pupils thrive in these roles. They have a positive impact on life in the school. Lunchtime supervisors politely remind younger pupils to wash their hands. The school council successfully campaigned for a reduced speed limit outside of the school. All pupils, including those with SEND, have the opportunity to represent the school in sporting events. This is achieved through a well-considered programme of inclusivity in sport.

What the school should improve

• In some curriculum areas, outcomes are not as high and pupils' recall of knowledge is not as strong as in other curriculum subjects. This means that some pupils remember more in some curriculum subjects than in others. Leaders should continue to make sure that the planned curriculum is implemented as intended and that all curriculum areas focus on planned retrieval and recall of knowledge.

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