Pupils love their school...

...they, along with their parents and carers, value the strong sense of community that exists

Teaching is thoughtful...

"...and designed to capture pupils’ imagination

Leaders, including governors...

...have a very clear understanding of the strengths of the school.

As a result of effective teaching...

...children achieve well in the early years and enjoy learning.

Pupils behaviour is impressive...

...they have a genuine love for learning and enjoy lessons.

Leaders have created an inclusive culture...

...where all pupils feel valued, safe and able to participate fully in school life.

Pupils achieve well...

...outcomes in the phonics screening check, multiplication tables check and end of key stage 2 national tests are all above national averages.

Staff are proud to work at the school...

...and share the same high ambition for all pupils.

The teaching of reading and phonics...

...is clear and well established from the early years onwards.

Equalities

Equality and respect are strong at Leighterton Primary School.  ‘Respect’ is part of our SMART code.

Our children learn that their behaviour has an effect on their own rights and the rights of others.  All members of the school community treat each other with respect and this is reiterated through our learning and teaching environments.  All children, regardless of circumstances, are able to access the wider curriculum, such as school trips.

All children with a barrier to their learning have access to support, regardless of ability or circumstances.  Leighterton Primary School is committed to monitoring all children’s progress and particularly potentially vulnerable children’s progress.  Children who are particularly vulnerable (eg pupil premium/ looked after children etc) are closely monitored to ensure they are developing in line with our school’s expectations.

All children are encouraged to take responsibility of their classroom environment, including a fair delegation of classroom jobs, irrespective of gender etc.  Fund raising is an important part of life at Leighterton Primary School and it teaches our children the vital traits of compassion, generosity and humanity for others, how to share and think of others.