On Tuesday 10^th December 2024 we had an inspection from Ofsted. This was classed as a section 8, ungraded inspection as we were previously a Good school. This report states that:

The Priors School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.

The report highlighted areas of the school that we are really proud of including:

• “Pupils come into The Priors School happy and eager to learn each day.”
• “The school sets high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and achievement.”
• “Most pupils achieve well, particularly in reading.”
• “Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school and the quality of education their children receive.”
• “Children in the early years settle well into school life.”
• “The school has a well thought through wider curriculum offer”

As with all inspections, there are some areas identified which could be further developed. As you know, we have only recently joined the Warriner Multi-Academy Trust and implemented the curriculum that was designed by the Trust. This curriculum is ambitious and well sequenced, as highlighted in the report but, as with any change, we are still within the embedding stage of implementing this curriculum. These targets relate to embedding of the curriculum within The Priors School and further developing our understanding of the Trust processes and procedures, which will naturally come with time.

We are very pleased to have the hard work of our staff and children recognised by Ofsted, and look forward to continuing to develop our offer alongside the Trust.

The Priors School takes parents' views regarding our performance seriously. We operate an 'open door' policy, inviting parents to discuss any matters of interest or concern directly with class teachers or the Head Teacher.

Occasionally, the school invites parents to complete a questionnaire regarding their views of the school. However, we draw your attention to the opportunity to express a view to Ofsted by accessing 'Parent View' on the link below.