A huge congratulations to St Andrew’s (Great Yeldham) for achieving an overall ‘GOOD’ Ofsted outcome and also receiving an ‘OUTSTANDING’ rating for their Early Years Provision.
Following the Ofsted inspection in September 2023, the report highlighted that “pupils flourish in this friendly and welcoming village school because of its high expectations” and that pupils “treat each other and adults with kindness and respect.”
The report highlighted the community and cultural values of St Andrew’s, in particular the school’s friendship buddies and eco-warriors and their positive contribution to the local community, including fundraising activities and donations to the food bank.
This positive attitude was also noted in the pupils’ daily lives, particularly the strategies in place to support pupils’ wellbeing and mental health, which include spending time with Bean, the school dog. The Ofsted inspector concluded that these approaches “help pupils feel calm and ready to learn.”
Emma Flin, Headteacher at St Andrew’s commented on the Ofsted report: “We are all so pleased with the result of our recent inspection which considered us to be a good school overall with outstanding in Early Years.
“All staff work incredibly hard to deliver an ambitious curriculum which ensures that pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, learn well.
“The school also works hard to promote our children’s personal development, which we are pleased has been recognised.”
A huge congratulations to the staff and children who have consistently demonstrated their commitment to the school’s values.
