ISI Inspection Reports
We are delighted to share our latest Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report. St Christopher’s met all the required Standards, the highest possible outcome under the current ISI framework.
Inspectors also identified a Significant Strength in the deeply embedded way our nurturing school community develops children’s self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence – recognising the development of merited self-confidence as “a defining feature of its culture.”
The report reflects the heart of St Christopher’s: a warm and nurturing environment, strong foundations from the earliest years, inspiring teaching and confident, curious children.
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ISI Inspectors Reported:
A significant strength of the school is the highly intentional and deeply embedded way in which leaders and staff develop pupils’ self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence.”
Children benefit from well-organised provision, responsive teaching and a nurturing environment in which they are known well and feel safe.”
Teaching is successful at enabling pupils to make good progress.
“Children (in Early Years) are confident learners who participate actively, develop secure early skills and make good progress across the areas of learning.”
Suitable emphasis is given to the development of pupils’ oracy, literacy and numeracy skills. Pupils also benefit from specialist teaching in subjects such as French, art, music, physical education (PE) and outdoor learning.”
Pupils respond positively to teachers’ expectations, showing curiosity, confidence and a willingness to persevere when tasks become more challenging.”