Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School celebrates progress following Ofsted inspection

A school community united in its determination to improve, build on its strengths and provide the very best opportunities for every child.

Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School in Wellingborough is celebrating the progress it has made following its latest Ofsted inspection on 22 September 2026, recognising the significant journey of improvement the school has undertaken.

The latest report acknowledges a number of positive developments across the school, highlighting the improvements in behaviour, the quality of relationships, safeguarding, inclusion and the care and support provided to pupils.

Inspectors confirmed that the school meets safeguarding standards and recognised that pupils are happy, feel safe and value the kindness and care shown by staff. The school's Early Years provision was also recognised as providing children with a positive start to their education, with effective phonics teaching and positive relationships supporting children's development.

The report also celebrates the school's inclusive culture, strong pastoral support and the wide range of opportunities available to pupils, including sporting activities, clubs, educational visits and performances. Inspectors recognised the positive relationships between leaders and parents and carers, alongside improvements in communication and the school's commitment to listening to families.

Headteacher, Miss Elise Gribble, said:

"We have a wonderful, happy and safe school community and I am incredibly blessed to be a part of it. We are really proud of the progress we have made since the last Inspection and are glad that this was recognised by the Inspectors. We continue to make strides every day to achieve the areas of development and this will remain our focus."

The report also identifies important areas for continued development. These include improving outcomes for pupils, particularly in reading, writing and mathematics, strengthening teaching and the curriculum, improving attendance and further developing pupils' understanding of equality, relationships and British Values.

The school recognises these priorities and is committed to building on the improvements already underway. Leaders and staff will continue working together, alongside families and the wider community, to ensure that every child receives the education, support and opportunities they deserve.

Rooted in its Catholic ethos and Gospel values, Our Lady's remains committed to ensuring every child feels valued, included and inspired to achieve their very best.

The journey continues, and the whole school community looks forward to building on this progress together.

The Ofsted report is available here.