St Charles judged GOOD in all areas by Ofsted

St Charles' VC Academy in Hull Celebrates Their Best Ofsted Outcome This Decade!

St Charles' VC Academy is celebrating a highly successful outcome following its recent inspection in November, where the Ofsted team awarded the school a Good rating in all areas during their visit. The summary report highlights the school’s warm, inclusive ethos, high academic achievements, and the happiness of its pupils.

Ofsted inspectors commented positively about the school’s culture, noting that the motto, ‘We smile – lots’, is “truly lived out by staff and pupils.” One pupil told inspectors that one of the best things about the school is the teachers, “who care about us.”

The report highlights that pupils who come to the school from diverse backgrounds are welcomed and celebrated as part of a “collective family” at St Charles’. Pupils were praised for their excellent behaviour, politeness, and positive attitudes towards learning. Inspectors remarked that pupils feel safe at school and have access to trusted adults when they need them.

High expectations are embedded throughout St Charles' school. The school provides “precise support” to pupils which is tailored to their individual needs, enabling them to thrive. The curriculum is described as "carefully designed to meet a wide range of pupil needs," with teachers receiving high-quality training to ensure strong subject knowledge. Inspectors also highlighted the school’s commitment to ensuring all pupils have a solid foundation in reading and language development. Teachers were also praised for their ability to adapt lessons and reinforce key concepts. Inspectors also noted that pupils have "excellent relationships with teachers" and "value their lessons and enjoy learning."

Headteacher Sarah Woodmansey expressed her pride in the outcome:

“St Charles' is a wonderfully caring and nurturing school. We pride ourselves on developing children both academically and personally ensuring that we give everyone a wealth of opportunities to flourish and strive to be the best they can be, ready for their next steps in life. It was an honour to be able to share this with inspectors when they visited the school and give them a sense of what it feels like to be part of our school family.”

CEO Rachel McEvoy said:

"We are all absolutely delighted to read this report. It is a true reflection of all the hard work and love that staff have given to this community following years of improvement."

St Charles' school remains committed to its journey of continuous improvement and is proud to offer families in central Hull a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every one of their children can succeed and “smile – lots.”

To read the full report go to: www.stchull.org/primary-school/ofsted