Shawbury school receives ‘inadequate’ Ofsted rating
A new headteacher and governors have “clear plans” in place to make the progress needed at a Shropshire primary school, inspectors have reported after a recent inspection.
Ofsted inspectors who recently visited St Mary’s Church of England Primary School in Shawbury noted good aspects of the school, but also highlighted a number of areas that require improvement. They gave the school a rating of ‘inadequate’, adding that there was commitment and work already taking place to raise standards.
The school which has 235 pupils is set to focus on improving teaching where necessary, leadership and management roles of some staff, it will also increase the rate at which pupils make progress in mathematics.
Sally Johnson , St Mary’s CE Primary School headteacher, said: “The recent Ofsted inspection recognised that the drive for improvement and our focus on securing quality teaching and learning opportunities for all of our children have already been made a priority.
“We are committed to ensuring that all staff and governors work together with parents and children to make the required improvements, whilst continuing to ensure that our children are safe and happy and enjoy learning.”
Karen Bradshaw, Shropshire Council’s director of children’s services, said: “We are working closely with the school to raise standards.
“The report acknowledges that progress is already being made because the new headteacher is working effectively with council advisers and governors, putting new subject leaders in place and strengthening the focus on enhancing the quality of teaching.
“We are all determined to make the necessary improvements to ensure that the school is giving pupils the best possible start in life.”
