"This is a Catholic school with ambition, where pupils are genuinely valued and cared for. Staff and governors want all pupils to achieve well in a school where 'loving and learning' is central. "

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Catholic School Inspection

The school was inspected by the Diocesan RE department in May 2025. We were judged to be good in all areas and outstanding in the quality of provision for the Catholic life and mission of the school.

Here are some of the key phrases from the report:

• Pupils understand the school’s mission statement, ‘Aspiring to be great, through loving and learning, following in the footsteps of Jesus.’ All the pupils totally and actively embrace this. They have a clear sense of belonging to the school as a family and of their roles in working together, where Christ is at the centre of this vibrant Catholic school.
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• The school’s mission statement is at the beating heart of the school. It is a clear and inspiring expression of the Church’s educational mission, one that is known and lived out by all. Pupils truly embrace it and aspire to be great.
• The pastoral care from staff is exemplary. Those most vulnerable are exceptionally well cared for, loved, and cherished, demonstrating that the light of Christ is shining through the work of the staff.
• St Gregory’s is the ‘anchor in the community.’
• Leaders are deeply committed to St Gregory’s Catholic life and mission, resulting in the school being firmly at the centre of the local community.
• Excellent pastoral care ensures that everyone feels welcomed and supported.
• Exemplary relationships between the school and parish have enabled the school to flourish and ensure that Christ is central in words and actions.
• Teachers are confident in their subject knowledge in teaching religious education and use effective questioning to maximise learning and support pupils’ understanding.
• Leaders are inspirational role models in leading prayer and worship. They enable pupils to become closer to God and develop their faith more fully.
• Parents truly value the support they receive, and leaders readily reach out to the most vulnerable and those with the greatest need, often discreetly and selflessly, as faithful disciples of Christ.
• The principal is an exemplary model of good practice in delivering
  high-quality prayer and liturgy. He is an inspiring Catholic leader and an excellent role model for staff and pupils.
• The school environment truly depicts the Catholic ethos of the school.

The full report can be read below: