A requires improvement academy converter school in North Northamptonshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bishop Stopford School.
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"To provide high quality education with a strong Christian ethos"
Bishop Stopford School is a Church of England Academy in the Diocese of Peterborough; Christian ethos is central to all that the school does; active chaplaincy; close links with local church communities; worship is a priority with daily acts of worship and a Chapel (The Chapel of St Matthew) at the heart of the school; the Chaplaincy supports all members of the community.
Headteacher Jill Silverthorne welcomes visitors, emphasising Bishop Stopford as a Church of England school with a strong Christian ethos, active chaplaincy and RE provision, and closer links with local church communities. The school aims to provide high-quality education for every student, supporting them to flourish and grow, with progress historically among the top performers. The message highlights the school's values, community partnership with families, and a focus on safety and well-being.
The school is committed to an inclusive approach and to providing the highest quality education for students with SEND; provisions are tailored to meet individual needs, with decisions centered on the student and with involvement from parents and relevant professionals; the School's Equality Plan is updated annually to ensure provision is appropriate for all students.
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