We were delighted by the report following our Diocesan Canonical Inspection in February 2020
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“St Francis’ Catholic Voluntary Academy is a good Catholic school.”
“The Catholic Life of St Francis’ is outstanding.”
“Parents state that they feel supported by the school and its community presence is valued and appreciated.”
“They say, ‘The school works hard to ensure pupils live out Catholic Values’.”
Catholic Life
“Pupils appreciate, value and actively participate in the Catholic Life and mission of the school.”
“The mission statement… is clearly in evidence and reflects the school’s Catholic ethos.”
“Pupils know the mission statement… said, ‘We use this so that we can be good and love others just like St Francis did’.”
“Leaders across the school are deeply committed to the Church’s mission in education…”
Religious Education
“Pupils state that they enjoy their Religious Education lessons and have to work hard.”
“Pupils were articulate… learning about Catholic Social Teaching and about how they can live their lives…”
“Teachers… need to be confident to be as creative with the scheme as possible…”
“More time for independent learning… needs to be incorporated into lesson time…”
Collective Worship
“In the Acts of Worship observed… pupils acted with reverence.”
“Pupils report that… reflection on scripture informs their lives stating that this helps them to be ‘peacemakers’.”
“Prayer is prevalent throughout the school and forms an important part of school celebrations.”
“Opportunities for spontaneous prayer are provided… and pupils speak highly of these opportunities.”
