St. Francis’ Junior School were recently visited by Ofsted and we are delighted to continue to be a ‘Good’ school as the report praised the school for being ‘ambitious for all pupils,’ and a ‘nurturing and aspirational school’.
St. Francis CE (Aided) Junior School Headteacher, Lisa Lakey, said, “We are delighted with our recently published report. It reflects the love and care that the school ethos brings, the hard work and dedication of children, staff and the wider community. They all work hard to ensure all children can believe in and work towards the many opportunities open to them in the future.”
The report highlighted the curriculum and its ambition for all pupils. “The school motto, ‘Let your light shine bright’, is lived out by all pupils and staff. The newly introduced curriculum helps pupils, including those who are disadvantaged or those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND), to achieve well.”
Inspectors described the ‘high expectations of pupils behaviour,’ and the ‘positive learning atmosphere’, where pupils are ‘safe and happy’.
Lead inspector, Georgina Chinaka, praised the ‘ambitious’ curriculum. She said “The school has high expectations of pupils from the beginning of their journey at St. Francis . . . Teachers adapt the curriculum to help pupils fill any gaps in their knowledge. As a result, pupils achieve well by the end of KS2.”
Inspectors also praised the school for their support for their pupils and families. Chair of Governors, Mr Bowes, said “The inspection confirmed what the school and all governors and staff have been working for over the past few years. It is our aim to continue to ensure that all children become part of our St. Francis’ family and flourish during their time with us.”