Our Ofsted Report

Please click on the link below to see our most recent Ofsted report from June 2025

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Children flourish in this caring and inclusive school. They make excellent progress through the curriculum and meet the school’s high expectations for achievement.

Ofsted June 2025

Leaders, including those responsible for governance, are unwavering in their commitment to continuous improvement. All decisions are guided by what will best serve the children and their families, reflecting a culture of care, integrity and high ambition.

Ofsted June 2025

The school’s curriculum is underpinned by a detailed understanding of child development and enriched by a wide range of research. This strong foundation ensures that learning is purposeful and responsive to children’s needs.

Ofsted June 2025

Behaviour across the school is exemplary. This is because staff apply the behaviour policy with consistency.

Ofsted June 2025

Parents and carers value the school’s proactive support. This ranges from workshops on reducing dummy use to dedicated sessions for male carers that champion early reading.

Ofsted June 2025

The school has a specially resourced provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The children who access this are fully included in the life of the school. They work collaboratively with their peers in the mainstream school as well as being supported effectively by adults.

Ofsted June 2025

Personal development is central to the school’s ethos. Whether working with the artist in residence or gardener, visiting local heritage sites, or connecting with elderly neighbours, children experience a broad and enriching range of opportunities. These help them to develop empathy and to understand what it means to be part of a community.

Ofsted June 2025

The school promotes the importance of regular attendance among families. It fosters positive attendance habits in preparation for children starting primary school.

Ofsted June 2025