How well are we doing?

 Pattishall Church of England Primary School is a friendly and inclusive school. Pupils  enjoy coming to school and feel safe in this nurturing environment. 

Staff are ambitious for all pupils and want the very best for them. They are determined that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or  disabilities (SEND), receive the support they need to flourish and achieve well. 

 Children get off to a good start in the early years. The school carefully considers  children’s transition into school. Children are happy and know the class routines.  Teachers are passionate and knowledgeable and create a warm and caring  environment.  

 The school has designed a well-sequenced curriculum that enables pupils to build  key knowledge over time.  

The school carefully considers how pupils will develop their character and values.  There is a sense of community and respect, where older pupils become ‘buddies’ for  younger children.

 In the daily collective worship assemblies, and across the curriculum, pupils learn  about fundamental British values and diversity. Pupils know that everyone should be  treated equally. A typical view was, ‘Everybody is different in their own way.’ 

Parents and carers hold the school in high regard. A typical comment was, ‘The  school is welcoming and warm, with a strong emphasis on well-being.’ Another parent  commented, ‘I feel confident that my child will be nurtured, feel safe and encouraged to  be the best they can be.’ 

"This inclusive school which is popular with families in the village and the wider area ensures that children behave well and support each other in a caring and supportive environment. 

The high-quality relationships are generally attributed to the values of the school." 

"There is evidence that collective worship is part of the routine pattern of the school week and children say they  enjoy the experience."

"Children are aware of the importance of prayer in their lives and can recite the Lord’s Prayer. They are also  comfortable with prayer both in assemblies and the regular grace before lunch."

"Children enjoy worship led by local  churches that routinely uses Bible stories to communicate their message. They also make good links between these  stories and actions in the lives of people around them. The children can enthusiastically share experiences where  they visit the local church for the main Christian festivals. They particularly enjoy the opportunities for leading  worship in the church."

"The school prides itself on its commitment to high quality training and development for all staff, some of this is  provided by Peterborough Diocese."