Ofsted & SIAMS

As a Church of England School, we have two inspections: one from OfSTED, the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills,  and one from the Church of England, called a SIAMS Inspection (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools).

Ofsted

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. They inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people, and services providing education and skills for learners of all ages.

The school received its first Section 5 Ofsted Inspection since joining the LDBS Academies Trust on 8th and 9th March 2023.

The school was graded 'Good' in all areas.

Ofsted Report - St Richard's CE Primary School - March 2023

Ofsted Report - Letter to Parents

Pupils are happy to attend at this welcoming school. Leaders expect the best from all pupils. Staff encourage pupils to follow the school’s values carefully, including showing respect and compassion. Staff and pupils show high levels of respect towards each other. Pupils get off to a great start in their education here. Ofsted, 2023

Pupils’ extremely positive attitudes to their learning extends beyond the classroom...pupils  become immersed in their learning and behave sensibly. Ofsted, 2023

SIAMS

The school received its first SIAMS Inspection since joining the LDBS Academies Trust on 2nd December 2024. The inspection outcome was that:

St Richard’s Church of England Primary School is living up to its foundation as a Church school and is enabling pupils and adults to flourish.

SIAMS Report - St Richard's CE Primary School - December 2024

SIAMS Report - Letter to Parents

St Richard’s Church of England Primary is guided by an inclusive vision. It fosters a warm, loving, and welcoming environment at the heart of its community.....This culture is underpinned by respect for diversity, equality, and inclusion. SIAMS, 2024

Respectful relationships strengthen the school community. This promotes positive behaviour among pupils towards one another and adults. Pupils’ mental health and wellbeing is supported in many ways. SIAMS, 2024

Leaders exhibit courage in making decisions that benefit their community. They strive to help both pupils and adults flourish. Parents appreciate the open, supportive partnership uniting staff, parents, and pupils. Many remark on the dedication and courage of the team. One parent stated, ‘We know the school offers our children a hope for the future.’ SIAMS, 2024