National Society Statutory Inspection of Anglican Schools Report -

St Andrew’s Great Yeldham – July 2009

The school, through its distinctive Christian character, is outstanding at meeting the needs of all learners

 

The school’s Christian ethos is seen by the headteacher, staff and governors as a vital part of school life and its Christian values are reflected in the outstanding care and support for pupils and staff. This results in a warm, welcoming, inclusive and friendly family atmosphere, in which pupils feel valued and safe. One pupil said, ‘What I like most about the school is being friends with everybody’. Pupils’ behaviour is outstanding. They know and obey the rules and understand the consequences of breaking them. This is because they have a say in what the rules should be through an effective school council, and teachers take account of pupils’ suggestions about the rules.
Pupils get on exceptionally well with each other, and with the staff, who provide excellent role models. This greatly helps pupils to develop self-confidence and independence. They like coming to school, and enjoy their lessons – a pupil said, ‘Learning is always great fun!’
Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is good. They have a clear understanding of right and wrong. They enjoy quiet reflection in a special quiet area.

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