The school had a successful and useful Ofsted inspection in June 2006 and the following quotations reflect the positive way in which the school was seen to be working.  A full copy of the Ofsted Inspection Report - 2006 can be obtained from the school office or downloaded from the document section of this website

Innovative and creative aspects of learning, which have set pupils' imagination alight.

Mutual support and the sharing of successful practice have produced lessons that sparkle with enjoyment and push learning along at a fast rate

Enrichment through art and music is especially effective because it has such a powerful effect on pupils' personal and academic development.

Achievement in art and music is first-rate because the school makes such effective use of specialist teaching and organises the curriculum to allow learning in depth.

Pupils display a level of confidence, coupled with a spiritual joy in singing or talking about their three-dimensional art work, which justifies the enormous efforts that have gone into providing expert tuition in these subjects.

No wonder that they [pupils] enjoy school greatly, feel safe, contribute willingly and have a healthy outlook on life.

Successful lessons present the imaginatively designed curriculum with enthusiasm and pace.

Pupils are clear about their goals and activities bounce along briskly, presenting them with challenges to stretch the intellect and imagination.