ST ALBAN'S RC PRIMARY SCHOOL

Overview

The report states that the school is "in need of significant improvement" due to "unsatisfactory" leadership and management. While most pupils make appropriate progress in core skills, inconsistent teaching and unstable leadership have hindered overall standards and wellbeing.

Strengths

• Most pupils make "appropriate progress" in literacy, numeracy, and ICT, with those having English as an additional language making "good progress".
• Many pupils display "positive attitudes towards learning", showing enthusiasm and good speaking and listening skills.
• Teachers provide "purposeful learning experiences" that meet many pupils’ interests, with effective use of questioning and feedback in literacy.
• There are "appropriate systems" to support pupils with additional learning needs, including individual development plans and specialist support.
• Pupils have improved opportunities to influence school life, such as through the school Senedd, leading to positive changes in break-time behaviour.

Areas to improve

• Establish "stable and effective leadership" to provide consistent strategic direction and coherent improvement planning.
• Ensure teachers "adapt activities to meet the needs of all learners" and build on prior knowledge, particularly in numeracy and across the curriculum.
• Improve pupils’ reading skills by providing a wider range of strategies and age-appropriate texts, and raise attendance levels.

Safeguarding

The report notes that "a few safeguarding concerns were brought to the school’s attention during the inspection" and recommends that the school address these concerns.