St Catherine’s Catholic Primary School has pupils at the heart of everything it does. There is high ambition for everyone. The school recognises that the quality of education requires some strengthening. The school is taking steps to address this. Pupils enjoy their learning. However, at present, pupils do not achieve as well as they should in some subjects. Pupils behave well. There are clear expectations of their behaviour around school. They are motivated by the reward systems in school. Pupils’ work and conduct are celebrated in classrooms. Whole-school assemblies reward good attendance, behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning. Pupils work well together in lessons. Pupils listen to each other. They are patient and kind. The school provides opportunities for pupils’ character development and active citizenship. Pupils enjoy contributing to school life and the wider community. This is an inclusive school. Pupils’ heritage and individuality are celebrated. Relationships between staff and pupils are positive, particularly in early years. Pupils treat each other with high levels of respect. There is a breadth of extra-curricular activities to extend pupils’ experiences. The school’s systems to promote good attendance and punctuality are effective.