Testimonials

Every morning, pupils walk excitedly through the school gates, bringing with them a tangible anticipation of what the day will hold. They look forward to learning in this safe and nurturing environment. Relationships between staff and pupils are warm and congenial.

Leaders have high expectations. The school’s values of ‘respect, responsibility, compassion, friendship, perseverance and equality’ are lived and breathed by adults and pupils alike.  Pupils bring joy to the village by taking an active part in special celebrations at the nearby church.

There is a calm and purposeful atmosphere in lessons. Pupils are polite to others. They follow instructions with thought and care. Pupils routinely invite feedback from their peers to help them improve their work. The curriculum is interesting and ambitious.

Staff are unequivocally proud to work here. They talk about the strong team spirit. Staff agree that leaders value their views and are supportive of their workload and well-being. Highly skilled governors understand their responsibilities well. Governors know exactly what needs to improve further in the quality of education.

Staff, governors and families work together to provide the highest standards of learning, where all are respected. Staff and governors endeavour to create a family ethos underpinned by the Christian vision and values.

Pupils share the school vision and the difference Christian values make to their behaviour and responsibility to the wider world.