‘There are consistent routines and high expectations.’

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

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

‘Pupils enjoy attending this school.’

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

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

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

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

‘Leaders are working to further improve their curriculum.’

‘Pupils move around the school sensibly.’

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

‘Pupils are supportive of one another’

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

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

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

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

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

‘ The early years staff know their children well.’

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

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

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

‘There are respectful relationships between adults and pupils.’

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

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