St Joseph's Specialist Trust

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 February 2023

Pupils receive a warm welcome when they arrive at school, and this sets them up for a positive day. They are delighted to greet their friends. Pupils form exceptionally trusting relationships with staff, who know them well. Adults create a nurturing environment where pupils can flourish. Parents are overwhelmingly positive in their praise of the school. They value and appreciate the dedication of the staff team. Pupils are supported to manage their behaviour exceptionally well. Staff understand pupils well. Sensitively, help is provided to pupils to help them regulate their behaviour. Consistent and established routines mean that learning environments are purposeful, and pupils can concentrate on their learning. Highly skilled staff care deeply about pupils' well- being. They have an in-depth understanding of how to help each pupil achieve their full potential. Consequently, pupils feel happy, safe, and well supported to manage any difficult situations successfully. Leaders have high expectations for all pupils to achieve everything of which they are capable. Academic learning is seamlessly interwoven with therapeutic interventions. This embedded approach enables pupils to develop firm foundations for learning. Alongside a rich personal development offer, this powerful combination prepares pupils to be successful in the future.

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