Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School Maintains High Standards in Recent Inspection
Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence, as highlighted in the latest Ofsted inspection report. The school, led by Headteacher Rosaleen Beaver, has been praised for maintaining the high standards identified in its previous inspection and for its welcoming and inclusive environment.
The inspection, which took place on March 25 and 26, 2025, commended the school for its strong focus on the needs and interests of pupils. The report noted that pupils are happy, safe, and proud of their school, attending regularly and demonstrating positive attitudes towards learning.
Headteacher Rosaleen Beaver expressed her pride in the school's achievements, stating, "We are delighted with the inspection outcome. It reflects the hard work and dedication of our staff, pupils, and the entire school community. Our focus on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment ensures that every child feels valued and supported."
The school's ambitious curriculum, which has recently been refined to identify essential knowledge and vocabulary, was also highlighted as a strength. Pupils are building on their previous learning and developing a broad body of knowledge across subjects. The school's commitment to reading, writing, and mathematics from the Reception Year ensures that pupils have the essential knowledge they need as they progress through their education.
Parents have praised the school for its compassionate and nurturing atmosphere including those who say: "The school goes above and beyond in supporting and protecting our children. We couldn't be happier with the education and care our children receive."
Mark Lacey, CEO of the Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT), added, "Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School exemplifies the values and standards we strive for across all our schools. The dedication of the Headteacher and her team is truly commendable, and we are proud to support their ongoing efforts to provide an excellent education for all pupils."
The report highlighted the school's on-going work to ensure that recent curriculum refinements are securely in place across all subjects. The school's proactive approach to personal development, including rich developmental experiences and a wide range of extracurricular activities, was particularly praised.
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Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School Maintains High Standards in Recent Inspection Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence, as highlighted in the latest Ofsted inspection report. The school, led by Headteacher Rosaleen Beaver, has been praised for maintaining the high standards identified in its previous inspection and for its welcoming and inclusive environment. The inspection, which took place on March 25 and 26, 2025, commended the school for its strong focus on the needs and interests of pupils. The report noted that pupils are happy, safe, and proud of their school, attending regularly and demonstrating positive attitudes towards learning. Headteacher Rosaleen Beaver expressed her pride in the school's achievements, stating, "We are delighted with the inspection outcome. It reflects the hard work and dedication of our staff, pupils, and the entire school community. Our focus on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment ensures that every child feels valued and supported." The school's ambitious curriculum, which has recently been refined to identify essential knowledge and vocabulary, was also highlighted as a strength. Pupils are building on their previous learning and developing a broad body of knowledge across subjects. The school's commitment to reading, writing, and mathematics from the Reception Year ensures that pupils have the essential knowledge they need as they progress through their education. Parents have praised the school for its compassionate and nurturing atmosphere including those who say: "The school goes above and beyond in supporting and protecting our children. We couldn't be happier with the education and care our children receive." Mark Lacey, CEO of the Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT), added, "Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School exemplifies the values and standards we strive for across all our schools. The dedication of the Headteacher and her team is truly commendable, and we are proud to support their ongoing efforts to provide an excellent education for all pupils." The report highlighted the school's on-going work to ensure that recent curriculum refinements are securely in place across all subjects. The school's proactive approach to personal development, including rich developmental experiences and a wide range of extracurricular activities, was particularly praised.
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