St Helen’s Catholic Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Pupils enjoy attending St Helen's Roman Catholic Primary School.

All staff have created a warm, caring and inclusive ethos that comes from their focus on the importance of everyone's well-being and their Christian faith. Staff know the pupils well and support their well-being needs effectively. Pupils know whom to ask if they need help and there is a strong relationship of trust and respect between them and the staff.

Pupils' behaviour is very good and they have positive attitudes towards their learning. During their time at the school most pupils make strong progress in all aspects of their work. Teachers plan engaging and exiting activities that inspire pupils to learn and develop their skills.

They make very go...od use of the extensive outdoor areas to enhance the provision for all learners. Most pupils further develop their sense of safety and well-being through regular activities in the school's forest area. All staff encourage pupils to become independent, to work hard and to persevere on their tasks.

However, there are limited opportunities for pupils to make decisions about how they organise and present their work. Pupils contribute well to a variety of groups and committees. The recently convened Senedd that includes all older pupils is divided into six cabinets.

Pupils that are voted as 'First Ministers' in these cabinets can articulate well how they have already made a positive contribution and are making a difference within the school and further afield. The headteacher has a clear vision for the school and places well-being and faith at the heart of all decisions. Leaders have a thorough system for evaluating the school's strengths and they set realistic targets for improvement in conjunction with the well-informed governing body.

They make sure that they listen carefully and consider the views of others. As a result, pupils, parents and school staff feel well supported and included in the decision-making process and that their contributions are valued. Recommendations R1 Ensure that teachers' feedback targets the next steps in pupils' learning effectively R2 Provide more opportunities for pupils to make decisions about how they organise and present their work What happens next The school will draw up an action plan to address the recommendations from the inspection.

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