SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT: Caton St Paul’s CE Primary School
At Caton St Paul’s Church of England Primary School, you will find a warm, welcoming school at the heart of the community, where children, staff, parents and the wider community truly live out the school’s vision: ‘One family, belonging, believing and learning together’.
Nestled in the beautiful Lune Valley, just 10 minutes from Lancaster city centre, the school provides a broad, engaging curriculum alongside a wealth of enriching experiences that help every child flourish academically, socially and spiritually.
The recent Ofsted inspection praised the school as a place where “everyone belongs and feels part of one family" and where pupils enjoy being part of a “welcoming and caring school.”
Inspectors also recognised that attainment has been above national figures in reading, writing, mathematics and grammar for several years, demonstrating our commitment to helping every child achieve their very best.
As a Church of England school, their Christian values are at the heart of everything they do.
They work hard to enrich the children’s spiritual development and warmly welcome and celebrate children and families of all faiths and beliefs.
The pupils understand the importance of serving others within their community and embracing the environment in which they live.
Caton St Paul’s is proud to be more than just a school. It’s a thriving community hub where families are actively involved in school life. From celebrations, performances and worship events to fundraising activities and community projects, parents are encouraged to play an active role in their children’s education.
These strong relationships help create the family atmosphere that visitors immediately notice when they walk through the doors.
The school’s commitment to developing the whole child extends beyond the classroom. Children can access a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including sports, arts, mental health and wellbeing activities, outdoor adventure experiences and residential visits.
From kayaking and climbing to choir performances and art exhibitions, every child is encouraged to discover their talents and develop confidence.
Ofsted also recognised the exceptional care shown by staff, noting that pupils describe the school as caring and say staff “go above and beyond" to help them.
Inspectors found that children feel safe, valued and supported, reflecting the school’s strong ethos of inclusion and belonging.
Caton St Paul’s also offers an on-site pre-school, providing children with a nurturing start to their educational journey and helping them settle confidently into school life.
Staff and pupils are incredibly proud of the school and would be delighted to show prospective families around.
The school open day is on Monday October 19. To arrange a visit or find out more about places in either the school or pre-dchool, please contact 01524 770241 or email [email protected]