OFSTED INSPECTION REPORT

Ofsted Inspection Report September 2023

St Charles Catholic Primary School is a vibrant and happy place to learn. The school is ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils achieve well across the curriculum and in all key stages. They are well prepared for the next phase of their education.

Pupils are keen to take on responsibilities within school. For example, the elected Safe Squad look out for one another’s safety. Recently, they designed posters for the car park reminding parents and carers and visitors to drive safely for everyone’s protection. The Laudato Si club are working towards a Live Simply award through taking part in a range of environmentally friendly projects. Pupils benefit from a range of wider opportunities in school, including residential visits, clubs and trips to places of interest. Parents typically comment that the school allows their children ‘to thrive academically, personally and socially’.

Pupils behave very well. They know that the simple ‘footsteps’ rules are there to make sure everyone can follow the St Charles’ mission to ‘be the best we can be and live life to the full’. Pupils have good, trusting relationships with staff. They know that their views and suggestions are important and that staff will always listen. Pupils show great respect for everyone in the school community.