Learning to Live, Living to learn

OFSTED 2003

Christow School's last OFSTED inspection took place in April 2003. We were delighted to recieve a very positive report.

Below are the main findings of the inspection.

"This is a very effective school. There is a very positive ethos for learning and as a result

pupils have excellent attitudes to school and have excellent relationships with one another.

They are mature and well prepared for transfer to secondary education. During the last three

years, the staff, governors and parents have worked hard to improve the quality of education.

As a result, there are high expectations for attainment and behaviour, teaching is very good,

and standards have risen. The school also ensures that pupils with special educational

needs are fully included in all aspects of school life, and are very well taught, so they make

the best possible progress."

The quality of teaching, along with the care and support given to pupils, are verygood. This enables pupils to achieve high standards.

The leadership and management of the school are very good. This has resulted invery good improvement since the last inspection.

The curriculum is very good, especially the provision for ICT. It also includes a wide

range of opportunities, which enhance the social and cultural development of pupils

The full OFSTED report can be accessed by clicking on the link below.