Many congratulations to everyone connected with St Francis who have made the significant leap from ‘inadequate’ to ‘good’ in one step during their recent Ofsted inspection.
The Principal Alex Augustus said,
“We are delighted with the outcome of the two-day Ofsted inspection.
“It recognises the hard work and dedication of staff and children at our school and is a big step towards realising our vision of providing an ‘outstanding’ education for the children and the families of Ventnor and the surrounds.”
Well supported by Academy Trust
He went on to acknowledge the support of his new Trust, The Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust, who were praised in the report:
“Leaders at the school feel very well-supported in the multi-academy trust. Sharply focused support has helped leaders prioritise and secure improvements in the curriculum. The transition board have strongly challenged and effectively supported leaders about the quality of education, especially for pupils with SEND.”
Behaviour of pupils praised
The school leaders were especially delighted with the comments about the children; in particular:
“Pupils behave well. Leaders have ensured staff have high expectations and a consistent and positive approach to manage behaviour.”
From Reception, “children learn how their behaviour can affect others” and “this is an inclusive school.”
They rightly acknowledge the hard work and skills of the staff at the school.
Determination for all pupils to achieve well
This was evaluated by Ofsted as,
“All the adults at St Francis share the same determination for all pupils to achieve well, including those who need extra support. Central to this ambition is their successful work to build pupils’ confidence and resilience. As a result, pupils are proud of their learning and achieve well in all subjects.”
Talbot: All credit goes to the school
Mr Talbot, the CEO of the new Multi Academy Trust working with the school said,
“Mr Augustus and the whole staff team have fully embraced the support we can offer with our network of 14 schools and deserve every success.
“It was delightful to recently lead worship at the school and we were in no doubt that this school is on a very strong trajectory.
“We are so pleased for all those connected with the school to secure the ‘good’ judgement. All credit goes to the school.”
News shared by Alex on behalf of the school, in his own words. Ed
