St John's, Gosport Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

St John’s, Gosport is currently rated as requiring improvement overall, with the quality of education also classified under the same grade. While the school demonstrates a clear ambition for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), the implementation of the curriculum lacks consistency, impacting student achievement across various key stages. Notably, the recent national assessments reflected very low results in reading, writing, and mathematics for Year 6 students. Despite these challenges, the school excels in creating a welcoming environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and have many opportunities for personal development and community engagement. Strengths in behavior and attitudes were highlighted, with pupils exhibiting exemplary conduct and positive learning attitudes. Moreover, the leadership and management of the school are deemed good, which supports a proactive approach towards addressing identified weaknesses. The inspection noted significant improvements in phonics and writing instruction, particularly benefiting disadvantaged pupils. The school has appropriately identified key areas for growth and is actively working on enhancing pedagogical approaches and assessment practices to ensure all students can achieve their potential.