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đź“„OFSTED and School Performance

🏫 OFSTED Inspection

St Joseph's RC Academy replaced the former Primary School when the academy conversion took place on 1st November 2019. The first OFSTED inspection of the academy was carried out in April 2024.

🌟 Highlights from the Report

  • “St Joseph’s RC Voluntary Academy has a palpable family atmosphere. This is a nurturing environment. The Catholic ethos runs through the life of the school.”

  • “The school is ambitious for all pupils.”

  • “Pupils make strong progress by the end of Key Stage 2.”

  • “Pupils’ behaviour is calm and purposeful. The school has high expectations.”

  • “Children learn to read quickly and fluently.”

  • “Pupils engage enthusiastically.”

  • “Pupils with SEND are highly involved in the life of the school.”

  • “Children in early years benefit from the ways school develop their independence.”

  • “There are high expectations for pupils’ attitudes to learning.”

  • “Pupils are proud of the many leadership opportunities on offer to them.”

  • “The variety of extra-curricular clubs and visits develops pupils’ talents and interests.”

  • “Pupils work well together in lessons.”

  • “Pupils at St Joseph’s are polite and friendly.”

đź“„ Full Report

You can view the full OFSTED report and latest information about our school by clicking HERE.