The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School has recently been inspected by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate and received Grade 1 (Outstanding) judgements across all areas.
The report describes the school as a beacon of Catholic education and praises a community where faith, learning and life are united in joyful witness. Inspectors highlighted the strength of prayer and liturgy, the quality of religious education and the way pupils are inspired to live out Catholic social teaching through service and compassion.
The highlights include:
- ‘The school is a beacon of Catholic education, where faith, learning and life are united in joyful witness to the lived-out Gospel.’
- ‘The school’s Catholic identity and mission are deeply embedded and joyfully lived by all members of the community.’
- ‘This is an inclusive community that values the dignity of every person and ensures that staff and pupils feel valued, well known and loved.’
- ‘Prayer and liturgy are at the heart of the school’s ethos and mission, fostering reverence, belonging and personal growth.’
- ‘There is an exceptional commitment to Catholic social teaching by the whole community, inspiring pupils to live out their faith through social justice, charitable action and service to others.’
- ‘Leaders demonstrate a profound understanding of the mission of Catholic education, placing this at the heart of the school’s life and strategic decision making.’
The full report can be found at:
Inspection Reports – The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School
The school community is grateful for the continued support of its parish partners, whose involvement plays an important role in nurturing faith, belonging and shared mission.
Mr D Carrasco-Morley
Headteacher
The Saint John Henry Newman School