St Francis Catholic Primary School, South Ascot

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 July 2024

Pupils are proud of their role within the school community. They take the school's values to heart, and live up to the 'golden rules'. Above all, they show kindness and consideration for one another. Older pupils act as 'buddies' and mentors for younger peers. This helps to reinforce routines, behaviour and the culture of learning within the school. Standards of achievement are very high for all pupils. This stems from the aspirational approach the school takes from the moment children arrive in early years. Staff have a clear sense of every pupil's potential to succeed. Disadvantaged pupils, although few in number, develop the same depth and mastery in learning as their classmates. The school continues to provide an excellent education for its pupils in the face of significant challenges. Last year more than half of the school site was deemed unusable due to reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC). The school's response has been remarkable, with pupils moving first to marquees and then to temporary classrooms. Spaces for play and outdoor learning have been entirely reconfigured as well. Throughout this, the school has kept an unwavering focus on ensuring that every pupil achieves the best they possibly can.

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