St Mark's Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 10 December 2024

Pupils love attending this warm and welcoming school. From the moment that children arrive in Nursery, they receive excellent care and support. The school motto 'committed to excellence' applies to every pupil. The high number of pupils with special educational needs and/ or disabilities (SEND) know that staff will go the 'extra mile' for them to help them achieve. The school values of empathy, respect and aspiration are clearly demonstrated in the day- to-day life of the school. Working relationships between staff and pupils are exceptionally positive. An atmosphere of kindness pervades the school. As a result, pupils feel happy and safe. The school has the very highest expectations of all pupils. For example, to promote aspiration, pupils in Year 6 visit the University of Cambridge. All pupils are encouraged to think about their aims for the future through the weekly careers assembly. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, achieve exceptionally well in national tests in English and mathematics. Pupils' wider development is a big priority. Pupils attend many trips relating to the topics that they are learning in class. They participate in clubs including crochet, computing, gardening and sport. From the early years onwards, children benefit from the school's 'life skills' curriculum. Here, they develop key skills, including learning to tie their shoelaces or ride a bike.

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