Ofsted Reports

We are delighted that St Columba CE Primary School has been judged by Ofsted in June 2024 as 'Good'. 

St Columba C of E Primary School are part of the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust (DCAT).

'The Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust (DCAT) has a clear vision which is helping every child achieve their God-given potential. Fundamental to this is that children within our care are safe and happy. Our Trust is committed to ensuring that we promote the highest standards of welfare, both physical and emotional for children at all of the DCAT academies.'  Mark Talbot DCAT CEO

Highlights from the report: 

• Relationships between staff and pupils are warm and respectful.
• Everyone is welcome at St Columba.
• Pupils enjoy the ever-increasing experiences that the school offers.
• The trust, school leaders and staff are united in their ambition for pupils in this school.
• An ambitious curriculum is in place, including for the significant number of pupils with special needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• Children in the early years get off to a flying start in an highly engaging environment.

'The transformation of the school is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all involved. The report says that "the school is now in safe hands and is going from strength to strength".' Mark Talbot DCAT CEO

Please find below the link to the Ofsted website. 

OFSTED

Provided below is a link to Parent View. On the Parent View site, you can see the great comments from many of our families.Parents can provide Ofsted with their views about our school, at any time. We welcome parental use of Parent View.