Inspections

Ofsted Report July 2026 

As a whole school team, we are absolutely thrilled with the report and, most importantly, with the way in which the inspectors recognised and validated so much of the work that takes place every day at St George’s.

Our entire staff team has worked incredibly hard over recent years to continue to strengthen and develop our school. To see this work so warmly recognised in the report is incredibly rewarding. It is a wonderful affirmation of the commitment, dedication and care that our staff show to our children and families every single day.

There are so many aspects of the report that we are particularly proud of, including

“Pupils thoroughly enjoy coming to school. Attendance is high for all groups of pupils and this has been sustained over time. Staff check on pupils’ welfare as they arrive. This supports pupils’ ability to enjoy school and be ready for their learning. Leaders maintain high expectations for attendance.”

“Pupils experience a real sense of connection and belonging to St George’s. In lessons, pupils are highly responsive, with the structures and high expectations that help them to learn well. They are proud of their learning. Throughout the school day, pupils are respectful and kind towards one another.”

“Leaders have revised the curriculum to ensure pupils learn a well-sequenced and ambitious curriculum. As pupils move through single-age or mixed-age classes, the curriculum is incremental and age-appropriate. Leaders evaluate the impact of their work carefully. They prioritise the areas for development strategically.”

“Pupils are proud of their school and attend well. Interactions with staff and with their peers are kind and polite. This is a small school in a military town, so pupils may join at different times. Older pupils positively model the values of the school to younger ones.

“High expectations and routines support pupils to conduct themselves well. Pupils moving to the school transition well to the caring culture of the school. Unkind behaviours between pupils are unusual. The school community helps one another to make positive choices.”

However, rather than simply sharing our favourite parts, we would strongly encourage you to read the report for yourselves. There is so much recognition and praise within it for our school, our children, our staff and our wider community, and we hope you will feel as proud as we do when you read it.

Section 48 Report - December 2025

We are delighted to share the outcomes of our recent Section 48 inspection, which recognised St George’s Catholic Primary School as Outstanding in Catholic Life and Mission, with an overall judgement of Good. This report is a wonderful affirmation of the strong sense of faith, belonging and community that underpins daily life at our school.

Inspectors highlighted the way our pupils live out the school mission with confidence and pride, describing them as “living ambassadors” who demonstrate moral responsibility, respect for others and a deep sense of belonging. Particularly moving was the recognition of pupils’ own words — that they feel they “have the right to be themselves” — reflecting a culture where every child is valued, supported and encouraged to flourish. The report also praised the dedication of staff, strong leadership and governance, and the inclusive, welcoming environment that ensures all pupils, including those with additional needs, can thrive.

We are immensely proud of our whole school community — pupils, staff, families, parish and governors — whose commitment and partnership make St George’s such a special place. This report encourages us to continue building on our strengths as we move forward together, guided by our mission and faith.

OFSTED Monitoring Report - February 2025

St George’s Catholic Primary School was visited by Ofsted in February 2025 for a monitoring inspection. This type of inspection focuses on the progress the school has made since its last full inspection and does not award grades.

Inspectors recognised that school leaders have made important improvements, particularly since the appointment of a new headteacher in September 2024 and a new assistant headteacher in January 2025. Leaders and governors now share a clear and ambitious vision for the school and have prioritised the right areas for development.

The inspection found that pupils now follow a broader and more ambitious curriculum. In most subjects, the school has carefully planned what pupils should learn and in what order, helping them to build new knowledge on what they already know. Improvements were noted in subjects such as science and history, with further work planned to strengthen curriculum detail in all foundation subjects and in Reception.

Reading was identified as a strength. Pupils have positive attitudes towards reading, and the school has strengthened its phonics programme. Staff now identify gaps in pupils’ reading knowledge more accurately and provide targeted support to help children read fluently and confidently.

Inspectors also highlighted improvements in staff training, which are raising teachers’ expectations and strengthening teaching in writing and mathematics. While some changes are still in their early stages, the school has begun to put systems in place to check the impact of these improvements on pupils’ learning.

The school’s commitment to supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) was recognised. Most needs are identified accurately, and work is underway to adapt the curriculum more effectively so that all pupils can succeed. Leaders are continuing to ensure that these adaptations are applied consistently across the school.

Overall, the inspection confirmed that St George’s Catholic Primary School is moving in the right direction. Leaders, governors and staff are working together with determination, supported by external partners, to continue improving the quality of education for all pupils.