We are delighted to be able to celebrate the outcome of our recent Ofsted inspection at All Saints CE Juniors with our school community. Our report recognises All Saints CE Junior School as achieving a strong standard in all areas. This means that our school is performing above the level expected nationally, with leaders and staff working highly effectively. We are the only school in Derbyshire to date who have achieved this standard since the changes to the Ofsted process and it’s testament to the wonderful team work across both schools.

The team of inspectors highlighted many positive areas, noting that our children “achieve very well,” with outcomes consistently above national averages and we’re delighted to read that the team recognised all of our children thrive in a culture built on kindness, respect and belonging.

The report celebrates our ambitious and carefully designed curriculum, high-quality teaching and the inclusive approach which ensures every child succeeds. It also recognises the behaviour and attitudes of our children, alongside their excellent attendance and enthusiasm for learning.

We are particularly proud that Ofsted noted our strong leadership, nurturing ethos (building on the wonderful start at our excellent Infant school) and the positive relationships between staff, pupils and families, which together create a happy, safe and aspirational school community.

This report follows on from the wonderful Infant inspection last summer. It goes without saying that this report reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire school community (both All Saints CE Infant and Junior) and we are immensely grateful to our staff, children, governors and families for making All Saints such a special place to learn and grow.

Our Y6 sports leaders have organised a sports event for Infant children from across the Matlock and Dales Partnership. They enjoyed doing running, jumping and throwing activities.

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Children in Early Years and our nursery had a fabulous trip to Bluebell Dairy Farm. The children went on a tractor ride, fed lots of animals, brushed and cared for goats, half chicks, tasted delicious ice cream and played on the park.

We were so proud of our children and enjoyed a great day in the sunshine!

Please see our latest newsletter with updates on:

• A snapshot of the learning enjoyed by children across both schools;
• An update on building developments at the Junior School;
• Information following the recent Ofsted visit;
• Feedback and next steps from our Parent Forum discussions;
• Dates and details for parent drop‑off classroom visits;
• Important reminders and information for the weeks ahead.