Crowthorne Church of England Primary School has been hailed as an exceptional place for children to learn, grow, and thrive, following a glowing Ofsted report which rated the school outstanding in all areas.
Inspectors found the school, which has 211 pupils aged four to 11, is an oasis of calm, where all pupils learn to follow the clear routines and boundaries from their early years. Additionally, leaders and governors are united in their vision to provide the very best opportunities for pupils and their families. Parents endorse the quality of education their children receive, while staff value the training they receive to become excellent teachers.
Key highlights of the report included:
- Outstanding learning environment – Pupils excel academically and socially, taking immense pride in their work and embracing a love for learning.
- Supportive and calm atmosphere – A strong sense of community ensures pupils feel safe, respected, and supported from an early age.
- Enriching opportunities – Pupils enjoy a wide range of activities, from fencing and street dance to choir performances and exciting school trips, including visits to Windsor Castle.
- Exceptional curriculum – Engaging and creative lessons help develop deep thinking, with teachers expertly supporting all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Reading culture – A strong focus on reading means pupils develop fluency and a lifelong love of books, with older pupils mentoring younger ones as ‘reading ambassadors.’
- Character development – The school nurtures respect, kindness, and responsibility, with pupils actively supporting charities and environmental causes.
- Strong leadership – School leaders and governors provide the highest quality education, with parents and staff fully supportive of the school’s vision.
One Year 3 pupil captured the views of others by saying: “The best thing about our school is that it is the perfect place for everyone.”
Emily Hicks, Crowthorne Church of England Primary School head teacher, said: “We are incredibly proud to have been graded outstanding in all areas. These outcomes are the result of the hard work of our hugely committed staff team and our fantastic children, as well as the contributions of our whole school community. We are a school with high aspirations for all and we are committed to ensuring we continue to enable our children to grow and develop in all areas and, in line with our vision statement, to live life to the full.”
Grainne Siggins, executive director of People at Bracknell Forest Council, said: “It is so good to see the team at Crowthorne Church of England Primary School receiving recognition for their hard work and dedication to their school community. To be graded outstanding in all areas is a fantastic achievement.”
