Ofsted Inspection October 2008

Extracts from the inspection report carried out in October 2008

Overall effectiveness of the school:

This is a good school with some outstanding features. Pupils' personal development and well-being are excellent, relationships are strong and adults and children care for each other. Pastoral care is a particular strength of the school. Pupils greatly enjoy school and have highly positive attitudes to their learning. School involvement in the local community is excellent.

The Headteacher sets a clear direction for improvement and the leadership team is strong. Self-evaluation processes are good and analysis of pupil progress is exceptionally strong. Challenging targets for school improvement are regularly met. Governors fulfil their roles effectively, have a good knowledge of the school's strengths and are able to explore areas for development.

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Achievement and Standards:

Teaching is predominantly good throughout the school and pupils make good, and in some classes excellent, progress. Pupils with learning difficulties and/or disabilities are well supported by experienced staff and achieve well in comparison to their starting points. The lively curriculum is well enriched by interesting additional activities and this results in motivating pupils of all ages to work hard and do their best. By the time pupils move on to their secondary school, their standards of achievement are well above average.

Effectiveness of the Early Years Foundation Stage:

Good introductory processes help children settle quickly into the Reception class. Children are well cared for and are keen to learn. They enjoy their school experiences and behave well. Good assessment procedures effectively identify next steps in learning and good Reception teaching ensures children develop independence and make good progress across the areas of learning. By the time they enter Year 1, most children achieve above average standards.