Monday 26 January 2026
Excellent Outcomes for Disadvantaged Pupils
Dear Parents/Carers,
We are delighted to share some very exciting news with you. Please see the letter below, recently sent to our school by the Secretary of State for Education.
Dear Julie D’Abreu,
Congratulations to you and your team on the excellent outcomes the disadvantaged pupils at The Devonshire Hill Nursery & Primary School achieved at the end of the 2024/25 academic year. Your school’s performance places it among the very best nationally, and this is a significant achievement.
This success reflects the dedication of your staff and the hard work of your pupils. It shows what can be achieved when ambition and commitment come together. Thank you for everything you do to give children the best possible opportunities to succeed. Your school’s achievements demonstrate what is possible, and I hope you will continue to share your experience and best practice with others. Even the strongest schools can go further. We encourage you to lead the way as a system leader sharing effective practice, championing networks, supporting collaboration, and helping raise standards across the sector.
There are real opportunities available for you to support improvement for a wider group of pupils including through:
* engaging actively with your region’s RISE networks and partnering with nearby schools and trusts;
* contributing to regional roundtables and professional communities to spread the approaches that are -working in your context;
* sustaining excellence by continuing to focus on disadvantaged pupils.
Please pass on my thanks and congratulations to your staff and pupils. I look forward to working with you as we strive together to raise standards for all.
Yours sincerely,
Bridget Phillipson – Secretary of State for Education
This recognition of our significant achievements is exceptional. We are incredibly proud of our success and encourage you to share this news with your family and friends.
Yours sincerely,
Julie D’Abreu – Headteacher
