Wolverhampton primary school told to improve again

SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy & Nursery in Wolverhampton was visited by inspectors in March after being rated as 'requiring improvement' in July 2015.

The school, based on Hordern Close, Hordern Road, Newbridge, was given its latest rating in four out of five areas.

These were: Effectiveness of leadership and management, quality of teaching, learning and assessment, outcomes for pupils and early years provision.

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Inspectors found that "Actions taken by leaders and governors since the previous inspection have not, so far, improved teaching and pupils' achievement swiftly enough."

The report stated: "Too few children are reaching a good level of development by the end of early years."

However, the school was rated as 'good' in ensuring the personal development, behaviour and welfare of pupils.

The report went on: "Newly-appointed senior leaders are rapidly and successfully improving teaching. They have a secure understanding of what must be done to accelerate the improvements."

Chair of academy committee, Mrs Ann Shorthouse said: "The overall judgment remains the same as at the time of previous inspection, however, the strong, positive comments throughout the report makes clear that SS Peter and Paul is rapidly improving under a new leadership team appointed in September 2016."

She added that the school is on track to secure at least a 'good' judgement at its next inspection."