We are pleased to share our Ofsted report from September 2026 and are proud that the report reflects so much of what makes our school special.
Inspectors described St Matthew’s as “a welcoming, caring and inclusive school”, where pupils “build positive relationships with their peers and staff”, “feel safe in school” and “behave well.”
We were particularly proud that our Early Years provision was judged to be at the Strong standard. Inspectors found that leaders are “highly knowledgeable about effective early years provision” and that children “get off to a flying start, right from their time in ‘Mini Matts’.” Most importantly, they recognised that “Children are happy and flourish in this setting. They are extremely well prepared for their next steps.”
Across the school, inspectors recognised that “The school’s curriculum is broad and ambitious”, that pupils with SEND are “well supported to access the curriculum”, and that the same high expectations are maintained for what they can achieve. They also highlighted our wider support for children, stating that “Effective pastoral support and wraparound care for all pupils is a strength of the school.”
Our Christian vision was also evident throughout the inspection. The report recognises that pupils are encouraged to “shine their lights brightly” and to have “a positive influence on their community and beyond.”
We are very proud of this report and of the children, staff, families and wider community who make St Matthew’s the school it is. We also welcome the clear next steps identified by inspectors as we continue to strengthen teaching and improve outcomes and attendance for our disadvantaged pupils.
You can read the full report below.
| Ofsted Report September 2026 | |
| SIAMS Inspection Report May 2026 |