‘Leaders know how important it is for pupils to enjoy reading.’

‘Teachers encourage pupils
to read in a variety of ways.’

‘Across
the school, pupils behave well both in lessons and during social times.’

‘Pupils move around the school sensibly.’

‘Pupils enjoy attending this school.’

‘Pupils learn how to stay safe, including when using the internet.’

‘Pupils learn to develop their independence from an early age.’

‘Pupils enjoy taking part in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences, such as rugby club and choir.’

‘Leaders and teachers promote a respect of different cultures and ideas.’

‘There are consistent routines and high expectations.’

‘Pupils are confident that staff will help them if they have any concerns.’

‘One pupil, typical of many, said, ‘We should treat others as we expect to be treated ourselves.’

‘Pupils enjoy their role as ambassadors for the school, welcoming visitors and organising fundraising events.’

‘Pupils are supportive of one another’

‘Leaders ensure that staff have the training and support to meet the needs of pupils with SEND’

‘There are respectful relationships between adults and pupils.’

‘In
mathematics, the ‘small steps’ of knowledge that pupils must learn are clearly identified.’

‘Pupils feel safe in school. Bullying is rare.’

‘Staff have given careful thought to what
children will learning each term.’

‘Children enjoy exploring the purposeful learning environment that staff have created for them.’

‘Pupils listen carefully to other people’s opinions.’

‘ Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are given extra support if
they fall behind.’

‘Learning builds on what pupils already know. Teachers have strong subject knowledge and support pupils to develop their reasoning skills.’

‘ Children learn to read as soon as they start at school. Welltrained staff skilfully help children to read with increasing confidence.’

‘The safeguarding of pupils is a priority in school. Staff know pupils and families well.’

‘Pupils are respectful of people with different backgrounds or beliefs.’

‘ The early years staff know their children well.’

‘One group of pupils is supporting the community to develop a sensory garden in
the local area.’

‘Leaders encourage pupils to take on responsibilities in school.’