St Patrick's Primary School

Overview

The inspection found that St Patrick’s Primary School has a “high level of capacity for sustained improvement in the interest of all the learners.” The report describes outcomes for learners, provision for learning, and leadership and management as “very good,” while noting that the overall provision for Reception is “good.”

Strengths

• Most children attain “very good outcomes in literacy and numeracy,” demonstrating enthusiasm and motivation to communicate purposefully.
• Teaching observed was “good or better,” with almost two-thirds of lessons rated “very good to outstanding.”
• Staff use effective strategies and questioning to develop thinking skills, ensuring differentiated activities meet specific learning needs.
• Children display “exemplary” behaviour, are courteous to visitors, and acquire strong leadership skills through roles such as prefects.
• Leadership is “very good,” characterised by robust self-evaluation strategies and effective partnership with governors and staff.

Areas to improve

• The report states that “outdoor learning is an area that requires further development to extend the children’s opportunities for physical play” in the Reception provision.

Safeguarding

The report confirms that arrangements for safeguarding children “reflect the guidance issued by the Department of Education” and that children feel safe and know what to do if they have concerns.