INSPECTIONS
Please find below our most recent Ofsted and SIAMS report.
Outstanding Education for Every Child
At Hoddlesden St Paul’s CE Primary and Pre School, we pride ourselves on being a school where every child is supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential. Our recent Outstanding Ofsted inspection (December 2024) is a testament to the exceptional educational experience we provide across all areas, including:
- Quality of Education: An innovative and ambitious curriculum designed to ensure academic success and personal growth.
- Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils consistently demonstrate respect, resilience, and impeccable behaviour, creating a positive and inclusive school environment.
- Personal Development: A broad range of extracurricular activities and community projects enrich pupils’ experiences, fostering well-rounded, confident individuals.
- Leadership and Management: Passionate, dedicated leaders and staff ensure that high standards are maintained and continually exceeded.
- Early Years Provision: A nurturing and dynamic environment where our youngest learners thrive and develop a love for learning.
Why Choose Hoddlesden St Paul’s?
Our school is a vibrant community where:
- Pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Values such as kindness, respect, and responsibility are at the heart of everything we do.
- Dedicated teachers and support staff are committed to delivering world-class education.
- Every child is encouraged to become a ‘Hoddlesden Hero,’ striving for excellence in all they do.
A Curriculum Beyond the Classroom
At Hoddlesden St Paul’s, learning extends far beyond traditional subjects. Pupils explore their interests and develop new skills through:
- Specialist lessons in areas such as French, 3D printing, and music.
- Inspirational visits and virtual experiences, including workshops with professionals from various industries.
- Opportunities to lead community events, raise money for charities, and connect with diverse cultures and perspectives.
SIAMS Church School Inspection Report June 2018
The distinctiveness and effectiveness of Hoddlesden St Paul’s as a Church of England school are outstanding
The school is seen as a Christian family by parents, children, staff and governors. They are strongly committed to the distinctively Christian ethos and the Christian values which guide all aspect of school life.
The headteacher’s strong Christian vision and leadership provide a cornerstone for the success and excellence of the school. As a result, pupils make very good progress both academically and spiritually.
The pupils’ excellent behaviour and attitudes to life and learning are strongly influenced by the positive contribution of core Christian values which permeate the entire the curriculum.
RE teaching is of a very high standard and a highly appropriate balance of the study of Christianity and other world faiths is very successfully achieved. Consequently, pupils have excellent understanding of other faiths, beliefs, practises and value systems.
Collective worship is firmly rooted in Christian values. There is a clearly understood message that this time of the school day is of central importance and significance in the life of the school and its pupils.