St William’s Catholic Primary School Retains Flagship School Status

August 14, 2026

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Congratulations to St William’s Catholic Primary School on successfully retaining Flagship School Status. This achievement is a testament to the dedication, passion and commitment to creating an inclusive, nurturing and high-achieving environment. The positive impact of the school’s work is clear to see, and all staff, pupils and families should be proud of this well-deserved recognition.

Learning for All

The school continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to ensuring that inclusion is the responsibility of all staff. Leaders have embedded a culture where high-quality, adaptive teaching meets the needs of all learners through well-planned, inclusive classroom practice with a focus on vocabulary. There is a clear focus on quality first teaching, supported by strategies such as live marking, same-day or next-day interventions, and targeted support. Learning is carefully scaffolded and chunked into small steps, a strategic approach which supports learning in response to pupils’ attention skills.

Beyond the Curriculum

The school demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting the whole child. This is evident through the use of a multi-sensory therapist, a calm and trauma-informed environment, and a range of personal development opportunities including first aid training, financial education, water and road safety, Bikeability, and Forest School provision.

Partners in Success

Parents are highly complimentary about the school, valuing the nurturing approach, strong communication, and support for the whole child. Staff are dedicated and reflective, and leaders demonstrate a clear vision for continued improvement.

Pupils and staff were a pleasure to meet, and it is clear that the school makes a significant difference within its community. School staff work hard to build strong, positive relationships with parents, recognising this as a key driver in improving outcomes for pupils.

Wellbeing at the Heart

The school’s nurturing ethos is evident in its approach to wellbeing and regulation. Initiatives such as “Mindful Mondays” at the start of each half term and regular mindfulness sessions after lunchtime support pupils in settling into learning and maintaining emotional readiness throughout the day.

Pupil Voice in Action

Pupils are proud of their pupil leadership roles in school. A wide range of leadership opportunities enable pupils to contribute meaningfully to school life and develop confidence, responsibility, and communication skills. Groups such as the School Council, Eco Council, Sports Council, Digital Leaders, and Faith in Action team all play an active role in shaping the school community.

Find Out More About IQM

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If your school is interested in achieving the IQM Inclusive School Award, contact the IQM team on 028 7127 7857 or email admin@iqmaward.com.

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