St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 July 2024

Pupils flourish in this happy and welcoming school, where everyone is expected to achieve their absolute best. Pupils enjoy incredibly strong relationships with staff that are built on mutual respect. The school has the highest of expectations for all pupils' academic achievement, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). All pupils benefit from the school's highly ambitious curriculum. Pupils achieve exceptionally well. They have a real passion for learning. The school is a calm and purposeful place. As soon as children begin in the Nursery class, routines to promote high standards of behaviour are firmly established. Pupils' behaviour throughout the school is exemplary. They are well mannered, kind and courteous to staff and to each other. Pupils benefit from an impressive range of activities designed to cultivate their talents and interests, such as pop club, football, art and computing. Opportunities for pupils to develop their leadership skills, for example as prefects, sports champions or members of the very active pupil council, are equally extensive. Pupils are especially proud of the work that they do to support local charities, including the children's hospice and the food bank. At this school, there is something for everyone to enjoy. For example, the careers afternoon inspires older pupils to consider their futures. Pupils have high aspirations and they are determined to excel in everything that they do.

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