“The school enjoyed recent success when the computing club won a local area competition using their coding skills.”

“Leaders have considered what pupils might need to know to broaden their understanding of the world around them.”

“Leaders work well
with members of the multi-academy trust to support staff.”

“Pupils learn how to keep safe when using the internet.”

“Pupils enjoy learning about a wide range of subjects.”

“Pupils enjoy attending school.”

“Staff are well trained in teaching children to read.”

“Teachers appreciate the support they receive from subject leaders to help them improve their teaching.”

“The school is calm and orderly. Pupils walk around school sensibly and are courteous to one another.”

“Teachers who are new to the school welcome the support they receive.”

“Adults help pupils who fall behind.”

“The residential visit to Robinwood encourages pupils to experience new challenges and work collaboratively with their friends.”

“Pupils say that behaviour is good.”

“Staff encourage
pupils to be independent from an early age.”

“Children start to learn to read as soon as they enter the school.”

“Leaders have thought carefully about the curriculum plans they have introduced.”

“The ‘Mountbatten 50’ challenges pupils to complete a range of interesting activities
before they leave the school.”

“Staff welcome the highquality training they receive. They feel proud to work in the school.”

“Pupils support each other well when they are completing their work.”

” Some teachers check carefully to find out which pupils are stuck and which pupils need further challenge during lessons.”

“Curriculum plans are well sequenced.”

“Senior leaders, alongside the multi-academy trust, have provided subject leaders with training.”

“There is a strong team culture within the school.”

“Children settle into school quickly.”

“Pupils say they feel safe in school.”

“The early years environment is inviting and well organised.”

“Pupils listen carefully to what adults say. They join in class discussions enthusiastically.”

“There are respectful relationships between adults and pupils.”

“There is a clear focus on the teaching of early mathematics and reading.”

“Subject leaders are knowledgeable about their subjects.”

“Pupils access a range of visits and activities beyond their own experiences.”

“There are a wide range of school clubs.”

“Staff work closely with professionals from external agencies to provide support for pupils with SEND.”

“Teachers check what pupils have learned and remembered each term.”

“Pupils recommend the school to their friends.”