St George's CofE Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 May 2026

This school aims high for its pupils and has a strong belief in their ability to succeed. From the early years onwards, pupils do their utmost to embody the school vision of 'Be brave. Be great. Be you.' They feel confident to be themselves and show respect for others’ choices. Pupils are expected to work hard and achieve well. They appreciate how staff help them to learn and the high standards set by the school. As a result of a clear focus on the importance of reading, writing and mathematics, pupils make excellent progress from their starting points. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, consistently achieve strong outcomes in national tests at the end of key stage 2. Behaviour is consistently positive. From Nursery Year, pupils follow well-established routines and settle quickly into their learning. This excellent attitude continues throughout the day. At social times, pupils play together happily and organise themselves maturely to return to class. Bullying rarely happens, but staff listen to and act on pupils' concerns when needed. Pupils know that there is always someone to talk to if they are worried about anything. Pupils rise to the challenges leaders set and take leadership roles very seriously. Older pupils are enthusiastic to act as positive role models for younger ones. For example, pupils who are ‘little leaders’ help to set up and run the numerous sports clubs available. Pupils show excellent interpersonal skills, such as shaking hands and maintaining eye contact. They learn these important life skills and display them in their everyday interactions. Through connections with the local community, pupils develop a strong sense of social responsibility. They raise funds for the school and look forward to the annual mini enterprise event. This provides Year 6 pupils, in particular, with the chance to work together towards a shared goal. This is something they relish. Leaders also work closely with local schools and colleges to raise pupils’ aspirations and enhance the opportunities available to them. Pupils thrive in this ambitious and supportive environment.

What the school should improve

• Leaders and those responsible for governance should maintain and build on the school's highly effective work and continue to pursue their ambitious aims to secure transformational outcomes for pupils.

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