CONGRATULATIONS Priestmead!
Priestmead Primary School Continues Onwards and Upwards in Inspection Report
Priestmead Primary School and Nursery has continued as a beacon of educational excellence, according to the latest inspection report.
Nestled at the heart of its Kenton community, the school radiates vibrancy and joy, making it a place where children thrive academically and socially.
The report highlights the school's commitment to fostering respectful relationships, ensuring that all children, including those with special educational needs, flourish.
Leadership at Priestmead and The Pegasus Partnership Trust to which it is a part of, has crafted an exceptional curriculum that builds over time, empowering children with essential knowledge and skills.
Teachers employ effective strategies to secure learning in long-term memory, preparing children exceptionally well for the challenges of secondary school.
Notably, the school's dedication to promoting reading is evident from early years, where children enthusiastically engage with books. The emphasis on phonics, strong support for developing key skills, and exposure to a diverse range of books underscore Priestmead's commitment to creating avid readers.
The report commends the school's meticulous attention to safeguarding, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Children spoke confidently about the trusted adults they can turn to, emphasising the school's commitment to their well-being.
Priestmead is not just a place of learning; it's a community where character-building activities, extensive opportunities, and strong emotional support converge to create an environment where children want to learn and thrive, demonstrated with its exceptionally high attendance.
In summary, the inspection report is a testament to Priestmead's unwavering commitment to academic excellence, children well-being, and creating a vibrant community of future world-changers.
Amy Creamer, Associate Headteacher, joined Priestmead in January 2022.
“We are very pleased with the outcomes of the inspection; this is a wonderful acknowledgement of how special Priestmead is. The success of our school is down to the hard work and commitment of the school community. We have a highly dedicated staff team, wonderful children and a very supportive parent body.
The inspectors were particularly impressed with our children being polite, safe and motivated to learn; and with our teachers having strong subject knowledge and expertise, as well as high expectations for every child, ensuring that the children receive the individual support that they need to be successful.
As we look ahead, we are determined to build on our successes and continue to develop the curriculum and opportunities that we can offer Priestmead children. They deserve the very best and the best is what we are committed to providing.”
Sash Hamidi, Executive Headteacher for Priestmead and CEO for The Pegasus Partnership Trust:
“Having been a child at Priestmead and now its executive headteacher, I know this achievement is part of a unique legacy and history which makes Priestmead a true community school.
Our children shine and succeed both during their time with us, and as they move on from us. This is thanks to the phenomenal staff, leaders, associates and trustees and our exceptional parent/carer community who work in partnership with us to both support and challenge us to be our best.
Whilst the report does not highlight any recommendations, we are ambitious! We continue to look outward to see what else we can do for our children and community."
