SS Peter and Paul's Primary School, Ilford praised by Ofsted

SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School in Gordon Road was inspected in October by the education regulator, with the findings being made public on November 27.

Following praise for the school, Ofsted have recommended the next visit to be a graded inspection.

Inspectors said: "The school successfully encourages pupils to be their best, excel academically and thrive personally.

"Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve highly.

SS Peter and Paul's was inspected in October (Image: SS Peter and Paul's Primary School) "Evidence gathered during this ungraded inspection suggests that the school's work may have improved significantly across all areas since the previous inspection."

Ofsted commended SS Peter and Paul's provision of leadership opportunities, allowing students to "contribute to the school and wider society".

Inspections found that a ‘children’s leadership team’, made up of elected ambassadors, captains and councillors, help make decisions about the school.

Members of this team quizzed an MP on local issues and successfully campaigned for a change in the school dinner menu.

The report also commended the "broad and rich curriculum" that "focuses on key concepts or 'golden threads’, that pupils revisit to remember important knowledge".

Headteacher Tracey Osei-Owusu, who attended the school as a child, was delighted with Ofsted's findings.

"I am firstly hugely proud to be the headteacher of the primary school I went to as a child. 

Headteacher Tracey Osei-Owusu was thrilled with the report (Image: SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School) "I am thrilled to share the wonderful feedback we received following our recent Ofsted inspection. 

"As a result, Ofsted has recommended SS Peter and Paul’s Catholic Primary School for a graded inspection—a fantastic acknowledgment of all the hard work and progress we’ve achieved together."

The school is part of the Good Shepherd Catholic Trust, which Tracey thanked and partly attributed the positive inspection to.

"Inspectors also commended our commitment to preparing pupils for life in modern Britain.

The school's next inspection will be graded (Image: SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School) "This includes fostering inclusion, promoting equality, and offering a wide range of extracurricular activities to enhance learning and personal growth.

"This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our entire school community, especially our wonderful pupils, who make SSPP a special place.

"Looking ahead, we are excited to build on this success as we prepare for our next graded inspection.

"We will continue to strive for excellence in everything we do, ensuring every child thrives academically, spiritually, and personally."