St Paul's CofE Primary School

St Paul’s CofE Primary is a small, inclusive and nurturing Church of England school where pupils feel happy, safe and well supported. Inspectors found a positive, family-like atmosphere, calm and orderly behaviour, strong relationships and effective safeguarding. The school is ambitious for all pupils, and pupils with SEND are extremely well supported, with early identification and precise plans helping them succeed in lessons. Reading is a clear priority, supported by a new library and strong early reading practice, and the early years provision is exceptionally strong, giving children a secure foundation across areas of learning. Leadership has changed recently, with a new executive headteacher from September 2023 and a new headteacher from March 2024. The newly established leadership team has acted decisively to improve behaviour and the quality of education, and staff feel valued and well supported. Governors understand the school’s challenges, and the school draws on expertise from partnership schools. This was the school’s first routine inspection since the COVID-19 pandemic and its first section 5 inspection since 2015, when it was exempt after being judged outstanding; under current arrangements, no overall effectiveness grade was awarded. The main area for improvement is the implementation of the revised curriculum in some subjects in Years 1 to 6. Because this is still in its early stages, pupils are not consistently building knowledge in a logical sequence and do not always develop a deep understanding of key concepts before moving on. Leaders should ensure that pupils secure understanding of key concepts before progressing to new content so that progression through the curriculum is stronger over time.

Strengths

• A warm, nurturing and inclusive school community where pupils feel welcomed and safe
• Exceptional early years provision that gives children strong foundations across areas of learning
• A well-considered, ambitious curriculum that engages pupils and supports achievement
• Strong support for pupils with SEND, with early identification and precise plans in place
• Reading is a priority, with a new library, daily reading opportunities and strong early reading support
• Calm and orderly behaviour throughout the school, with effective support for pupils who need help to regulate
• Positive and supportive relationships between staff and pupils
• A personal development programme that helps pupils become well-rounded and prepared for their next steps
• Pupils take on responsibilities such as the kindness crew, building confidence and leadership skills
• New leadership has acted decisively to improve behaviour and the quality of education
• Staff feel valued and supported with their well-being and workload
• Effective safeguarding arrangements

Areas for Improvement

• In some subjects in Years 1 to 6, the revised curriculum is not yet fully embedded
• Pupils are not consistently building knowledge in a logical sequence over time in these subjects
• Some pupils have not developed a deep understanding of key concepts before moving to new content

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What is St Paul's CofE Primary School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for St Paul's CofE Primary School is Good, from an inspection in January 2025.

When was St Paul's CofE Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?

St Paul's CofE Primary School was last inspected in January 2025.

How many pupils does St Paul's CofE Primary School have?

St Paul's CofE Primary School has 137 pupils on roll.

What age range does St Paul's CofE Primary School cover?

St Paul's CofE Primary School for pupils aged 3 to 11.

What are St Paul's CofE Primary School's SATs (KS2) results?

In 2025, 57% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.

Where is St Paul's CofE Primary School?

St Paul's CofE Primary School is at Worlidge Street, London, W6 9BP.