Catholic School Inspection Report 2024 'Outstanding'
The overall quality of Catholic education provided by the school was judged to be outstanding following the Catholic Schools Inspecorate's inspection of the school in June 2024.
'St Mary of the Angels is an exceptionally welcoming and joyful community. Pupils understand and fully embrace the Catholic identity and mission of the school. Pupils show a deep and consistent respect for themselves and others, and consequently behaviour around the school is exceptional, coupled with outstanding attitudes to learning. The inspiring leadership team, including governors, are a beacon of excellence, with a deep understanding of the mission they serve, both in the local community and beyond. Pupils have excellent subject knowledge in religious education and make consistently good progress, building effectively on prior learning so as to reflect spiritually and to think ethically. Pupils engage deeply and are active participants in the rich variety of opportunities for prayer and liturgy across the school.'
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CSI Insepction Report June 2024 | [pdf 245KB] |
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Ofsted Inspection June 2026
Ofsted visited our school on Tuesday 9th June and Wednesday 10th June 2026.
As you will know, the school amalgamated with Our Lady of Dolours Catholic Primary School last September 2025. Despite a challenging year of amalgamation and change - the school is very proud of the Ofsted Report that clearly shows the hard work and commitment of the staff, governors and school community.
We are proud to present our Ofsted Report and hope you enjoy reading it too.
With very kindest regards, SMoA Team
‘The school is a welcoming and nurturing place. Pupils feel that staff care about them. They say there is always an adult they can talk to if they are worried.’
‘Leaders have provided steady and thoughtful guidance during a period of significant challenge that has placed real pressure on the school community. They have managed the amalgamation of two schools with resilience and determination.’
Ofsted Inspection Report June 2026