Our most RE inspection in March 2025 said that...

• Guardian Angels is a warm, welcoming, and fully inclusive community. Pupils flourish because they understand and embrace the school’s mission statement after successfully being involved in its recent review and implementation.
• The life and mission of Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School are deeply rooted in God’s word and are inspiring examples of a Catholic school community
• Staff are exemplary role models of how the mission is lived and witnessed; they work enthusiastically to achieve the best outcomes for the pupils in their care as a direct result of the modelled example of school leaders.
• This embedded culture of welcome further enhances the school’s exemplary ethos of inclusivity. Staff show unwavering commitment to providing the highest levels of pastoral care through the carefully planned resource base for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Teachers demonstrate a deep commitment to religious education and have secure subject knowledge. They adapt teaching styles for different groups of learners and skilfully use questioning to engage pupils, resulting in purposeful learning environments.
• Prayer is central to the life of Guardian Angels. The school is a sanctuary of prayer, inclusion and devotion to the church.
• Staff are skilled in supporting pupils in planning and leading prayer and liturgy and are creative in using various resources.
• The celebration of Mass is at the heart of the school calendar, with opportunities for pupils to plan and lead ministries within Mass fortnightly, thus contributing to the priority levels always given to God’s word and its presence in the school.
• Leaders and governors clearly understand how prayer and liturgy are the cornerstone of the school’s mission and give it the highest priority.

Our most recent Ofsted in February 2024 said that....  

• The school is a haven of calm at the heart of its local community.
• Leaders have created a friendly and welcoming place for pupils to live out the school’s ethos.
• Pupils feel safe and are highly positive about their experiences.
• Wider opportunities for pupils in the school and beyond are plentiful. This includes a variety of lunchtime and after-school clubs, as well as representing the school in a range of sporting activities.
• The school has high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.
• Pupils are keen to do well in all aspects of school life. They are calm in classrooms and are considerate in their conversations with each other.
• High ambition for all, particularly pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), is a golden thread through the curriculum.
• The school is determined that every pupil will learn to read, regardless of their background, needs or abilities.
• Leaders at all levels are aware of what the school needs to improve. They are relentless and reflective in their drive for improvement.

 Our most recent Quality Mark in March 2022 said that....

• The building is used creatively so that all available teaching spaces are maximised.
• The outdoor learning environment creates a stimulating learning environment for the Early Years.
• The school has a positive ethos and friendly atmosphere.
• The school functions in a calm and ordered manner, where learning is fun for the pupils.
• The approach to mathematics, English and the wider curriculum opportunities offered to the pupils are a key strength
• Intervention programmes that have taken place have had a positive impact upon learning.