St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 16 July 2024

Pupils are proud to attend this close-knit, community-minded school. They enjoy knowing they are part of the school's important heritage, which includes being above a Roman wall and basilica. Pupils are highly aware of and enthused about the school's legacy and their impact on it. Pupils behave exceptionally well because staff have unwaveringly high expectations. They keep pupils safe. This is important as some aspects of the school layout mean pupils must move between school buildings and play sites. Pupils know, follow and understand the school rules very well. Staff have high expectations for pupils' work and what they can achieve. Pupils live up to these expectations and work very hard. As a result, pupils' knowledge in all subjects develops exceptionally well. Recently, the school has warmly welcomed many new pupils. These pupils have settled quickly due to the straightforward school routines. Pupils already at the school are kind and considerate to these new starters. Pupils are self-confident and self-assured. They gain a thorough understanding of how to help themselves if they have worries. Skilled teaching helps pupils to learn how to overcome challenges and build resilience. Pupils know that the staff have their best interests at heart.

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