Ofsted Report
Ofsted Inspection – Rated Good
We are delighted that in our most recent Ofsted inspection, St John’s was recognised as a ‘Good’ school. This overall judgement filled us with pride and gratitude, particularly as the report included so many positive and affirming comments about our school community.
It is deeply rewarding to see the hard work, commitment, and dedication of our staff, pupils, and governors formally acknowledged. Since our previous inspection, everyone has worked tirelessly to drive improvement and enhance the quality of education we provide. The result is a report that truly reflects the strength of our school.
We are especially proud of our children, who represented the school with their usual politeness, enthusiasm, and confidence throughout the two-day inspection. They demonstrated the values we hold dear—showing respect, kindness, and a genuine love of learning. They were a real credit to both the school and their families.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Governors of the Federation. Their voluntary support, through meetings, school visits, and strategic guidance, plays a vital role in helping the school continue to grow and flourish.
While we are thrilled with the outcome of the inspection, we remain committed to continuous improvement. Work is already underway to address the areas identified for further development, ensuring that we continue to provide the very best education and opportunities for every child in our care.
The inspection was a graded inspection, during which inspectors carried out ‘deep dives’ in Reading, Mathematics, Science, and French. Some key highlights from the report include:
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“Deepcar St John’s is a happy school.”
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“There is a calm and purposeful atmosphere around the school.”
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“Pupils work hard and enjoy coming to school.”
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“Staff have high expectations for the achievement of all pupils.”
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“The school has implemented a broad and ambitious curriculum.”
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“The school provides opportunities for pupils to broaden their horizons.”
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“Adults build highly positive relationships with pupils, and this is evident in all classrooms.”
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“Adults encourage pupils to become highly engaged in their learning.”
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“The governing body is fully involved in the life of the school.”
We are proud of this achievement and excited to build on our success as we continue to serve our community.
To read the full Ofsted report and explore our achievements in greater detail, please click the link below.
