Staff are proud of their work. They strive to improve their already excellent teaching skills. As a result, lessons are of high quality and pupils are supported in developing their knowledge and understanding.

Ofsted - January 2024

The creativity of the religious education curriculum to meet pupils' needs is exceptional and results in pupils' active engagement in their learning and excellent progress across all key stages.

Section 48 Ofsted Inspection of Religious Education and Catholic Life - January 2022

Teacher’s subject knowledge is a strength of the school.

Ofsted - January 2024

The quality of teaching is outstanding. The RE department has relentlessly high expectations of all pupils. Consequently, teaching is engaging and challenging at all key stages.

Section 48 Ofsted Inspection of Religious Education and Catholic Life - January

Extra activities, such as museum and pantomime trips, broaden pupils’ experiences. Many take on a rich selection of pupil leadership roles. They are proud of their work as peer mentors, ambassadors and representatives of the school.

Ofsted - January 2024

Staff are proud of their work. They strive to improve their already excellent teaching skills. As a result, lessons are of high quality and pupils are supported in developing their knowledge and understanding.

Ofsted - January 2024

The worship and prayer life of the school is firmly rooted in the liturgical year and reflects the richness of the Catholic tradition with a focus on Pauline theology. Pupils' spiritual development is enriched through the regular opportunities they have for prayer, quiet reflection, sharing and discussion.

Section 48 Ofsted Inspection of Religious Education and Catholic Life - January 2022

Pupils regularly practise applying their knowledge. This means that they are well prepared for their final exams.

Ofsted - January 2024

St Paul’s is a dynamic community where staff and pupils have a clear understanding of the call to human flourishing and excellent opportunities are provided for pupils to both develop and use their gifts and talents to help others.

Section 48 Ofsted Inspection of Religious Education and Catholic Life - January 2022

Pupils talk of ‘love’ and ‘service’ as being central to the school’s ethos and culture.

Ofsted - January 2024