SIAMS Inspection March 2026 

The report confirms that Oak Hill Church of England Primary School is “living up to its foundation as a Church school and is enabling pupils and adults to flourish.”

Our Christian vision — “In love, we learn, grow and flourish” — was recognised as being deeply embedded in every aspect of school life. The inspector noted that the vision is “deeply understood and cherished, actively shaping relationships and culture,” and that leaders remain “faithful to ‘doing all in love’” in their decision-making.

 

Key Strengths Highlighted in the Report

A deeply embedded Christian vision
The report praises the way our vision shapes behaviour, relationships and learning, enabling both pupils and adults to flourish. Staff are described as “relentless in their desire to champion pupils, loved for who they are.”

Exceptional pastoral care
A “deep understanding of love permeates practice,” ensuring every individual is known, valued and supported. Pastoral care is described as “exceptionally strong.”

A nurturing and inclusive culture
Daily interactions, such as greetings at the school gate, foster a strong sense of belonging. Pupils are developing into “confident and compassionate individuals” who live out the vision in their everyday actions.

A vision-driven curriculum
The curriculum is intentionally shaped by the school’s vision, fostering curiosity, independence and a love of learning. Pupils benefit from rich experiences, including outdoor learning, educational visits and trust-wide collaboration that “significantly broaden pupils’ learning opportunities.”

High-quality Religious Education
RE is identified as a clear strength. Pupils “speak enthusiastically about their love for the subject” and confidently explore a diverse range of worldviews with curiosity and respect.

A strong sense of justice and responsibility
Pupils demonstrate the vision in action through acts of service, leadership roles and thoughtful engagement with issues of fairness and equality. They are empowered to make a meaningful difference in their community, including through eco-projects and charity partnerships.

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Collective Worship and Spirituality

Collective worship provides a daily opportunity for reflection and spiritual growth. Pupils value the calm and respectful environment, as well as the familiar Anglican structure. Worship is described as “invitational and inclusive,” with its messages extending into daily life and even into pupils’ homes.

The report highlights creative examples of pupils expressing their understanding of Christian teachings, such as describing forgiveness as a “clean start.”

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Next Steps

The report identifies two key development points that will support our continued growth:

• Enhancing pupils’ ability to articulate their spiritual reflections using the “inwards, outwards, upwards” language of spirituality
• Strengthening the evaluation of collective worship to deepen pupils’ understanding of biblical teachings and their relevance to daily life

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We are excited to begin working on these next steps as part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring every child and adult in our community continues to learn, grow and flourish in love.