Ofsted
We were last inspected by Ofsted in July 2010 when we were judged as Good - the inspection team thought lots of the things we do were outstanding. The main findings were;
Cadishead Primary is a good school where pupils enjoy learning and make good progress. Pupils say they feel safe in school and they have an excellent understanding of health and safety issues. Some areas of their development are outstanding, in particular their thorough understanding of healthy lifestyles and the excellent ways they contribute to the school and local communities. Pupils develop good skills needed for their future working lives, such as skills in ICT, team planning and problem solving. Attendance has improved steadily and is now above the national average.
Attainment in science has fallen since the last inspection from well above average to average, but in English and mathematics test results have been gradually rising. Attainment by the end of Year 6 is average overall. This reflects good learning and progress because many, though not all, children are below the levels expected for their age when they first start in Nursery. Such good achievement is due to consistently effective teaching and an interesting curriculum. Teachers ensure that lessons are fun and all pupils are learning well. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified quickly and support is provided to help them make good progress. Pupils who are capable of reaching higher levels are provided for well in lessons, particularly in English and mathematics. As a result, the percentage of Year 6 pupils attaining Level 5 in English and mathematics this year has risen considerably. However, in Key Stage 1 teachers do not always provide challenging tasks for pupils as soon as required to move learning on. The care, guidance and support provided by the staff is outstanding and is a significant strength of this inclusive school. Each pupil is known very well by the adults who are extremely responsive to all types of social and academic individual needs. The school’s strategies to ensure that there is no discrimination are outstanding.
The school is well led and managed. The monitoring of teaching and learning is very rigorous and highly effective. Teachers are very well supported in developing new skills when required. Good teaching has been maintained, despite the considerable turnover of staff during the past three years. Partnerships between home and school are excellent and parents and carers feel valued and involved in school life. The senior leadership team evaluates the school’s effectiveness continuously and accurately so that weaker aspects can be swiftly tackled. Other staff, governors, pupils, parents and carers are also involved in this process which means there is a good shared understanding of the school’s development. Each year there is a focused plan to target priority areas. The much improved progress children make in Nursery and Reception is one example of better outcomes. These effective approaches mean that the school’s capacity to improve is good.
to see the full report go to http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/oxedu_providers/full/(urn)/131008
