Pupils of all abilities and backgrounds flourish at Our Lady’s Catholic School. The school’s vision drives every aspect of school life. Pupils showcase the values of faith, hope and love in all that they do. In Reception, excellent routines and caring support help children settle in with ease. They soon become confident and ready to learn. Pupils feel very safe due to the exceptional levels of care they receive from the adults looking after them. Pupils meet the very high expectations that teachers set for behaviour and learning. Pupils have extremely positive attitudes to learning. They enjoy coming to school, which is reflected in their high attendance. Pupils of all abilities achieve really well. Outcomes in reading, writing and mathematics by the end of Year 6 are well above average. Behaviour is exemplary. Every pupil in the school has a leadership role. This has a significant impact on their personal development. Pupils build confidence and belief in themselves. They develop respect for one another. As a result, pupils are tolerant, caring and accepting. Pupils describe the school as a ‘family’. Pupils want to contribute to their school community. Parents and carers agree. One parent shared the thoughts of many: ‘Our Lady’s is a shining example of where community meets learning.’