St Gerard’s Catholic Primary & Nursery has been lauded for its exceptional performance in the latest Ofsted inspection, achieving multiple “Strong Standard” judgements under the new, more rigorous framework.

Several areas were rated at this high level—a standard broadly comparable to the previous “Outstanding” grade—highlighting the school’s continued commitment to excellence despite Ofsted raising the national bar with a tougher “secure fit” model.

The inspection report praises the school for its:

• Academic achievement: Pupils consistently perform above national averages in reading, writing, and maths.

• Behaviour and attitudes: Students are calm, respectful, and highly focused.

• Curriculum and teaching: A rich, ambitious curriculum delivered through high-quality teaching across all subjects.

• Inclusion: A deeply supportive environment where disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND thrive.

• Leadership and safeguarding: Strong provision ensuring personal development and safety for all pupils.

Headteacher Mr Landrum said, “We are incredibly proud of our pupils, staff, and the wider school community. This report reflects the dedication, care, and hard work that goes into every part of school life. Achieving multiple ‘Strong Standard’ judgements under this new, more challenging framework is a testament to the excellence we strive for every day.”

St Gerard’s caters for pupils aged 2 to 11, with before- and after-school provision running from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, supporting families with flexible childcare alongside outstanding education.

Under the new Ofsted framework, even achieving an “Expected” rating is noteworthy, making St Gerard’s multiple “Strong Standard” judgements particularly impressive.

The full report is available on the Ofsted website.

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