A PRIMARY school’s “ambitious vision” and pupils’ deep understanding of its values have been praised by inspectors.
Ofsted visited Frampton Cotterell Church of England Primary School in June.
The regulator’s report said the school in Rectory Road met its ‘strong standard’ for pupils’ personal development and well-being.
It met Ofsted’s expected standard in all other areas: achievement, attendance and behaviour, curriculum and teaching, early years, inclusion, and leadership and governance.
The three inspectors said the school motto, “becoming the best we can”, exemplifies its commitment to pupils’ personal development.
They said: “Pupils have a deep understanding of the school values and how these are also reflected in the values that are important in modern Britain.
“The school council is just one example of democracy in action at the school.
“Experiences such as sports, engineering club and the Year 6 baking competition help to develop pupils’ talents and interests.
“Leaders ensure that all pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged, benefit from this rich selection of opportunities.”
They inspectors said both pupils and staff are proud of their school, with children taking on leadership roles to help make the school “a special place for everyone”.
The inspectors said children enjoy learning and typically achieve well at the school, which has 288 pupils aged from four to 11 on its roll.
High numbers reach the expected standards for reading, writing and mathematics in Year 6, while children with special educational needs or disabilities, and disadvantaged pupils, make “positive progress”.
‘Ambitious vision’
The inspectors highlighted areas where work has been done to improve areas of the curriculum which had “not been historically positive”, including phonics and multiplication checks, to ensure current pupils’ attainment has risen.
The report said: “Leaders have recently revised the curriculum so that it clearly sets out exactly what pupils should learn and when.”
Leaders set “high expectations” for attendance, working with families of children who are persistently absent, and have created an inclusive culture at the school.
The inspectors said: “Leaders have an ambitious vision for the school.
“They are clear about the school’s strengths and have been relentlessly focused on securing improvements in the areas they identified as being less successful.”
To improve further, the inspectors said the school should ensure that the foundation curriculum is implemented consistently, so pupils deepen their understanding in all subjects.
Pupils ‘stole the show’
Head of school Nicola Farrant said: “I could not be prouder of our report.
“Welcoming the inspectors into our school during a sweltering heatwave was no easy task, but our entire school family pulled together in an extraordinary team effort.
“Our dedicated staff, governors, and supportive parents worked side-by-side to ensure that the inclusive, vibrant and aspirational heart of our school was front and centre throughout the visit, despite the soaring temperatures.
“Above all, it was our pupils who truly stole the show and painted a picture of what life at Frampton is really like. Their enthusiasm, exemplary behaviour, and attitude for learning shone through every single moment, prompting one child to capture our school perfectly by describing Frampton Cotterell as ‘a shining school’.
“Our report is a celebration of everyone’s daily dedication, and I feel immensely privileged to be a part of such a brilliant, supportive community that is all about becoming the best we can.”