St Swithun Wells is an Outstanding Catholic School!

CSI (Catholic Schools Inspection) - graded Outstanding in all areas.

Highlights below 

"Pupils speak with warmth and pride about St Swithun Wells’ Catholic Primary School’s identity and mission, sharing its unique story with confidence and joy.......Pupils’ respect for others, of all faiths and none, is evident in their kind, thoughtful behaviour and how they articulate their understanding of the wider community.......Lessons are marked by high levels of enthusiasm, interest, and outstanding behaviour. .......Teachers bring a high level of confidence and subject expertise to their religious education teaching. Their deep commitment and high expectations are clearly communicated, inspiring pupils to engage fully and aim high...... Leaders promote a sense of community and lead by example. They are passionate and ambitious in their commitment to the school’s Catholic life and mission, making it a clear priority for school improvement. Governors are actively involved in evaluating Catholic life and mission, with effective systems in place to gather the views of pupils, staff, and parents."

• The school environment joyfully and creatively celebrates its Catholic ethos, leaving no doubt that this is a vibrant and faith-filled Catholic community.
• Behaviour is excellent, and pupils speak confidently about their learning, demonstrating deep reflection whilst clearly articulating how their religious education influences their daily lives.
• School leaders provide exceptional support to the entire school community, fostering strong, collaborative relationships and a culture of mutual care, trust and professional respect.
• Links with the parish are exemplary and deeply enriching; pupils have a strong understanding of the role of the parish in their faith journey and community life.
• Pupils are confident and well-equipped to use prayer as a meaningful and practical tool in their lives.

KS2 Outcomes 2022-2023

EYFS and KS1 Outcomes 2022-2023

KS2 Outcomes 2021-2022

In 2022, 26 children (out of 29) in Year 6 took the end of Key Stage 2 SATs. The results below are out of the total number of children who were in the class (as all children are included in the collation of the data).

All results were above National and the Local Authority at expected and at greater depth (exceeding). 

EYFS and KS1 Outcomes 2021-2022

At the end of Reception (EYFS), our children's good level of development (GLD) overall was above the National and the Local Authority. This has been consistent for many years.

At the end of KS1 (Year 2), our children attained above the National and the Local Authority for expected and greater depth (exceeding) in all subjects.

2019-2020 and 2020-2021

Due to the pandemic of COVID-19 and national school closures, statutory assessments did not take place in 2019-2020 & 2020-2021. Therefore, there are no results to share for these academic years.