Birstwith CE Primary School

SIAMS stands for Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools.

The principal objective of SIAMS inspection is to evaluate the distinctiveness and effectiveness of the school as a church school, and how well the distinctive Christian character and ethos of the school ensure the development and achievement of the whole child or young person.

Our last SIAMS inspection was in November 2024 and we were pleased to be judged as a school which living up to its foundation as a Church school and is enabling pupils and adults to flourish.

To read our report please click here.

We were delighted that the inspector recognised that:

'Birstwith CE Primary school is a warm, welcoming and nurturing school where adults and pupils thrive'

'Caring leaders ensure wellbeing is a priority and, as a result of this, pupils and adults are able to thrive. This deeply embedded nurturing culture of the school ensures that adults and pupils treat one other well'

'pupils are experiencing thought-provoking, interesting and challenging learning experiences'

'relationships enrich and deepen the Christian work of the school and enable everyone to grow and flourish together'

'school’s vision is integral to shaping a broad and inclusive curriculum that supports the holistic development of pupils'

'nurtures confident, reflective, and compassionate individuals who know that they have unique ‘gifts’ to offer the world'

'pupils thrive in this nurturing environment, knowing they are loved and cared for as integral members of the community'