St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Key Findings

¦ This is a good school.

Standards have improved since the previous inspection and pupils' attainment is average in reading, writing and mathematics, as demonstrated in the 2011 Key Stage 2 statutory tests. Pupils achieve well. They make good progress in all key stages from starting points that are well below average.

The progress of different groups of pupils, such as boys and girls, disabled pupils, those who have special educational needs and those who speak English as an additional language is carefully monitored and all groups make good progress. ¦ The school is not outstanding because, although teaching is good, there is not enough outstanding teaching to raise standards further in Engli...sh and mathematics. Good use is made of assessment information to plan lessons which are closely matched to pupils' prior skills and knowledge and which help them to take the next steps in their learning.

¦ Pupils have a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe including when using the internet. Their behaviour in lessons and around school is good and they respond well to teachers' praise and rewards. They are courteous and polite to adults and to each other.

Pupils cooperate very well on group tasks and enjoy learning together. They listen to each other carefully and say that their opinions are valued. The school's strong ethos underpins the way adults and pupils treat each other.

¦ Since the previous inspection, leaders' actions to improve the school have been successful and standards have risen. Training and professional development for teachers have improved the quality of teaching and the use of assessment. Senior leaders and the governing body have a good understanding of the school's strengths and areas for development and have a clear vision for continuing improvement.

Information about the school

This is an average-sized primary school. Just over half of the pupils are from minority ethnic groups and just under half of all pupils speak English as an additional language. The proportion of pupils known to be eligible for free school meals is average.

The proportion of disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs supported at school action is above average and the proportion of those supported at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs is below average. The school meets the government floor standard for pupils at the end of Year 6. The school has achieved Investors in People and the International School Award.

Inspection grades: 1 is outstanding, 2 is good, 3 is satisfactory and 4 is inadequate Please turn to the glossary for a description of the grades and inspection terms