Catholic School Inspection Report

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Catholic School Inspection Key Findings:

• St Joseph’s excels at being a Christ-centred school community
• Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary, showing a deep respect for their own personal dignity and others
• Pupils talk positively about the difference they make to their local, national and global communities, and they have a developed understanding of the theology underpinning their actions.
• Pupils embrace the mission of the school, which is encapsulated not only in their relationships with each other, but also in the highest levels of care and nurture they provide for all pupils, particularly the most vulnerable.
• The school environment bears exceptional witness to its Catholic identity and through the prayer room, Caritas garden, religious imagery and vibrant displays, reflects the presence of Christ throughout.
• Leaders and governors rightly see the school as a source of inspiration to the whole community and are highly ambitious about its contribution to the lives of those it serves.
• Pupils can work both collaboratively and independently and their passion and enthusiasm results in excellent progress
• Presentation of pupils’ work is meticulous and is of a consistently high standard.
• Teachers have a high level of confidence and are skilled and knowledgeable in the subject. They demonstrate a deep commitment and bear powerful witness to their belief in the impact religious education has on the spiritual development of pupils.
• Leaders and governors ensure that pupils in the school are offered a wide range of high-quality, meaningful experiences of prayer and worship.
• Parents speak warmly of the welcome provided to all families.

One parent commented, ‘The staff and governing body have consistently created an ethos of care and respect throughout every year for the children and their families to grow in the love of Jesus Christ.’