‘Pupils are supportive of one another’

‘ The early years staff know their children well.’

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

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

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

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

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

‘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.’

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

‘Pupils enjoy attending this school.’

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

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

‘There are consistent routines and high expectations.’

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

‘Leaders are working to further improve their curriculum.’

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

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

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

‘Pupils move around the school sensibly.’

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

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

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