St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 October 2023

Pupils flourish at this school. They feel valued for who they are. Caring staff build strong, positive and supportive relationships with pupils, including children in the early years. This helps pupils to feel safe and secure in school. All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve exceptionally well. Pupils are eager to learn. They make the most of the rich learning opportunities that the school provides for them. They listen well in class and strive to be 'the best that they can be'. Consequently, pupils achieve highly across a wide range of subjects. Pupils' behaviour in class and around the school is exemplary. Learning time is rarely disrupted. This leads to a calm and mutually respectful atmosphere that makes St Joseph's a happy place to be. Pupils engage fully in the wide range of leadership opportunities that are made available to them. For example, pupils on the school council and those involved in fundraising support both local and international charities. These opportunities build pupils' understanding of how they can make a difference to the lives of others. Pupils relish taking on extra responsibilities. They understand that it is important to fulfil these roles diligently as they know that this will prepare them for life. Library prefects take their responsibilities seriously, ensuring that an ordered and inviting space is available for pupils to visit.

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