Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize 2022

The most extraordinary standards are strived for and achieved

Good balance between challenge and support

Much of the teaching is inspirational and this is characterised by very high expectations of the pupils who respond to challenging tasks with enthusiasm and make excellent progress

The fundamentals are quickly and thoroughly learned

Bathwick St. Mary’s is an outstanding Church school with a very strong Christian ethos which permeates all aspects of school life

Children are motivated and behave well. The school atmosphere is peaceful and relaxed

Lots of fantastic school visits

Pupils feel that they are listened to and know that staff take on board what they think

The school is outstanding in its promotion of pupils’ personal development and well-being

I think that the Christian ethos/atmosphere and commitment of staff is wonderful