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The History of the School
 The
history of the school dates back to around 1850 when a
school was founded in Great Peter Street near the Abbey. The
school was in operation there until 1963 and at that time it
moved to the present building here in Bessborough Place.
The school was inspected under OFSTED
regulations during the period 24th-26th May 2004 by a team
of 5 inspectors. The report was
very positive and the staff and governors are committed to
building on the strengths to enhance more fully the
education provided for the children.
The main findings were summarised by the
inspectors: "Westminster
Cathedral is a good school. It provides pupils with a good
education and a very positive and supportive ethos
underpinned by Christian values and beliefs. Pupils from all
backgrounds achieve well because of good teaching and
standards are generally as expected by the time pupils leave
school. The school is well led and managed. It gives good
value for money."
Highlighted as strengths of the school were:
- Good teaching. A well planned
curriculum.
- Good pupil achievement
- Very good pupil behaviour and
interest in their work.
- The school’s strong commitment to
inclusion and good provision for Special Educational
Needs and English as an additional language.
- Good leadership by the
headteacher supported by the staff and governors.
- The very positive ethos and
purposeful learning environment which contributes well
to the pupils’ personal and academic progress.
THE SCHOOL BUILDING
The school is a two storey building,
comprising of seven classrooms, hall, kitchen,
administration area which has recently been refurbished,
library, computer suite and SEN Room. The classes are
spacious, light and airy. The three Key Stage One
classes are on the ground floor and the four Key Stage
Two classes are upstairs. Each classroom downstairs, has
its own toilet. |
