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PrimaryOfsted: Outstanding

St Hugh of Lincoln Catholic Primary School

Five Oaks Close, St John's, GU21 8TU

Academic performance

N/A

Progress 8

N/A

Attainment 8

Absence rate

212

Pupils

Latest Ofsted

OutstandingInspected May 2024
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Inspection intelligence

Official Ofsted report

Inspection summary

Latest inspection · May 2024

St Hugh of Lincoln Catholic Primary School is an outstanding, highly inclusive school where pupils achieve exceptionally well across an ambitious curriculum. Inspectors noted that pupils exhibit exemplary behaviour and benefit from high-quality teaching and warm, respectful relationships with staff. From the early years through to Year 6, pupils are encouraged to be resilient, curious, and motivated learners.

Strengths

What inspectors noted positively.

  • Highly ambitious curriculum design that builds knowledge in small, secure steps.
  • Exceptional provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
  • Systematic and expert teaching of phonics and reading.
  • Exemplary behaviour and attitudes with high levels of pupil motivation.
  • Strong focus on personal development through meaningful leadership roles and extracurricular clubs.

Things parents should investigate

Neutral topics you may wish to explore.

  • The range of extra-curricular clubs available to ensure they match your child's specific talents.
  • The impact of the many leadership roles, such as well-being ambassadors or eco-warriors.
  • The school's methods for communicating curriculum progression from the Early Years Foundation Stage.
  • How the school supports technical vocabulary development across different subjects.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective and the school maintains an open and positive culture that prioritises pupils' interests.

Leadership

Leaders at all levels, supported by the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, share an ambitious vision and prioritise staff training and well-being to maintain high standards.

Inspection highlights

Outstanding quality of education
Exemplary pupil behaviour
Highly inclusive environment
Expert subject provision

These summaries are generated from official Ofsted reports and public information. Fammove does not replace the original inspection report and does not provide official advice.

School information

Address

Five Oaks Close, St John's, GU21 8TU

Town

Woking

County

Surrey

Local authority

Surrey

URN

143370

Phase

Primary

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