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About UsWelcome to Oswaldtwistle St Andrew’s Church of England Primary School, where we are committed to nurturing a caring, respectful and high-achieving learning community. Our Mission & EthosAt our heart lies the school motto: Respect • Achievement • Fun. We believe that every child should feel valued, safe, and inspired to reach their potential. Our Christian foundation guides how we treat each other—with compassion, integrity, and dignity. A Place to BelongFrom their first day, children are warmly welcomed into our school family. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where pupils feel cared for, accepted, and safe, no matter their background or ability. In fact, pupils say they are confident that “everyone is treated with respect, no matter what their differences” – and see this in the way the school community operates. Ofsted Academic Excellence & a Rigorous CurriculumWe have designed a rich and engaging curriculum so that pupils build knowledge and skills in a logical, cumulative way from Reception through Year 6. Ofsted Within this, we place reading at the heart of our work:
Teachers continuously check pupils’ understanding in lessons and provide additional help where needed. Ofsted We recognise that in some subjects, assessment and monitoring tools are still maturing—and we are committed to strengthening these systems to gain clearer insight into each child’s learning journey. Ofsted Personal Development & EnrichmentLearning at St Andrew’s goes beyond academic knowledge. Through trips, projects, and partnerships, pupils make strong connections to their local and wider community. Ofsted Our pupils engage with democracy, explore different faiths and cultures, and connect with future career paths through local business links. Ofsted We also encourage leadership, responsibility, and enthusiasm—whether in caring for our unique racing pigeons (one of which was gifted to us by the Queen) or through student roles around school. Ofsted Behaviour, Welfare & SafeguardingWe foster a culture of mutual respect, where expected behaviour is clearly understood and consistently reinforced. Pupils, staff, and parents agree that behaviour is good and that the school is fair and caring. Ofsted Bullying is rare, and when it occurs, pupils trust staff to respond effectively. Ofsted Safeguarding is non-negotiable. All staff receive regular training to identify signs of abuse or neglect, and we work closely with families and external agencies to support vulnerable pupils. Ofsted Through the curriculum, pupils are taught how to stay safe—both in the physical world and online. Ofsted Our Staff & LeadershipOur teachers and support staff are dedicated and well-supported. They appreciate the leadership’s efforts to manage workload and to create a constructive, collaborative environment. Ofsted The school’s governors engage regularly with curriculum and performance data, offering both challenge and support to ensure continual improvement. Ofsted Looking AheadWe are proud of the progress recognised in our Ofsted inspection: that “pupils learn well and remember important knowledge across different subjects” and that “leaders want everyone to do their best.” Ofsted Yet we remain ambitious. In the coming years, we will:
We warmly invite you to experience our school—where children are known, valued, and inspired to flourish academically and personally. |
Pupils are very proud of their school. They love playing on the well-equipped outdoor areas. Pupils are excited to use the new outdoor gym, which helps them to learn how to stay fit and healthy. - Ofsted (July 2021)
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