MP Sam Carling visits Wittering Primary School following positive Ofsted report

Wittering Primary School, located in the village of Wittering near Peterborough and part of the Soke Education Trust, welcomed Sam Carling, MP for Northwest Cambridgeshire, for a special visit today.

The visit followed the school's successful Ofsted inspection in September 2024. Mr Carling praised the school's progress, stating, "Congratulations to the pupils and staff at Wittering Primary School. It is clear you have worked hard to put in place necessary improvements."

During his visit, Mr Carling spent time in all classes, meeting with pupils and answering their questions. Discussions ranged from light-hearted topics to more serious matters concerning Parliament and his role in government decision-making.

The visit provided an opportunity for pupils to gain insights into British democracy. Mr Carling, who has a background influenced by his experiences during the pandemic, showed interest in the school's curriculum and teaching methods.

Following his discussions with the children, Mr Carling met with Headteacher Charlotte Blake to discuss pressing issues facing all schools, including falling pupil numbers and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision.

Mrs Blake expressed her appreciation for the visit, saying, "We are incredibly proud of our school and the progress we've made. It has been an enriching experience for our pupils to meet Mr Carling and learn about his role in Parliament. We thank him for taking the time to engage with our community and we look forward to his return."

The school plans to invite Mr Carling back in the near future, for an assembly and a meeting with the School Council, further strengthening the link between the school and its parliamentary representative. A great day for cultivating community ties, collaboration and civic engagement in our local community!

For more information about Wittering Primary School, visit: www.wittering.peterborough.sch.uk/