OFSTED Report – July 2023

In July 2023 we had a very successful Ofsted inspection which judged:

“This school continues to be good.”

 

Below are the headlines:

Strengths

  • This is a welcoming and inclusive school. Staff and pupils value diversity and welcome pupils of all different backgrounds and abilities.
  • Leaders have high expectations for every pupil and have developed many aspects of the curriculum since the last inspection.
  • Behaviour in lessons and around the school is excellent.
  • The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
  • Pupils feel safe here and know thy can speak to any adult about their concerns.
  • Highly experienced leaders ensure that children develop the knowledge and independence needed to help them transition to Reception, and then to Year1.
  • Teachers and support staff use highly effective questioning during lessons and in smaller group work. They regularly check pupils understanding and deepen pupils thinking.
  • Pupils make excellent progress in learning to read.
  • Pupils are taught that we are all unique and know that our differences are what makes us special.
  • Staff are well supported and say leaders prioritise their well-being.

What does the school need to improve on?

  • Leaders should ensure that staff are trained and supported to adapt their teaching strategies effectively, so that all pupils progress well through the curriculum.
  • Leaders should ensure that subject-specific knowledge and vocabulary is clearly set out in all subjects, so that it can be embedded and built upon over time.

 

For a copy of the OFSTED report, click here.

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