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.

Clubs

We offer a wide range of clubs for our children.  This year children have had opportunities to learn new skills, such as playing the recorder or learning how to knit.  We have had sports clubs such as Tag Rugby, Cross Country, Hockey, Netball, Football, Sports Leaders and Gymnastics.  Other clubs have been Making Things, Nature, Craft, French, Chinese, Music Ensemble, Construction, Choir, Fizz Buzz Science and many more.

We are able to offer the following clubs during Term 2:

Musical Tuition

Children in Key Stages One and Two are offered the opportunity to learn the recorder. They are also able to learn an additional instrument for a reasonable charge.  This year children have learnt to play the violin, flute, piano, clarinet, keyboard, guitar, drums and music technology.  Oboe and Saxophone lessons are also available.  Children in Haymead Class will all be learning how to play the ukulele.