SIAMS Information

Latest SIAMS (Church School) Inspection

As we are a C. of E. school, we are inspected by the Church of England Education Office periodically to ensure our Christian ethos and teaching of RE is of a satisfactory standard. More recently the inspection process has been made more rigorous and a greater emphasis has been placed on the overarching Christian vision of the school.

The Senior Leadership Team is incredibly proud to share that Thurston Church of England Primary Academy has been recognised in its July 2026 SIAMS inspection as a school that is “living up to its foundation as a Church school and is enabling pupils and adults to flourish.”

During the inspection, the inspector witnessed the positive impact of the school’s clear and inspiring vision across the whole community. It was evident that pupils are at the heart of everything the school does, creating a strong Christian ethos where every child is supported to thrive.

The inspection also highlighted the school’s fully inclusive culture, recognising the deeply caring environment built on compassion, respect and tolerance. Our core values of Truthfulness, Perseverance and Aspiration are woven throughout school life and play a vital role in helping pupils flourish both academically and personally.

Collective worship was recognised as being central to the life of the school and highly valued by the community. The inspector observed how planned opportunities for stillness, singing and reflection nurture pupils’ spiritual development and provide meaningful moments for growth.

A shared understanding of spirituality exists across the school community, with pupils and adults encouraged to make use of reflective spaces. Strong partnerships with the local church further enrich the lives of our pupils and strengthen the school’s distinctive Christian character.

The inspector also acknowledged the opportunities and challenges that Thurston Church of England Primary Academy will encounter as it continues to grow. The Senior Leadership Team welcomes this recognition and remains committed to carefully planning for the future, ensuring the school continues to flourish while maintaining the high standards and caring ethos that define our community.

We would like to thank all our parents, carers and members of the local community for their continued support. Together, we are proud to celebrate this wonderful affirmation of our school’s vision, values and commitment to enabling every member of our community to flourish.