Abbotswood Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 June 2023

Leaders have very high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils. They have created a curriculum that is aspirational for all pupils. This is a happy school with so much on offer. Pupils love school life. They enjoy the many clubs, performing in the up-and-coming performance of 'The Jungle Book' and representing the school in many sporting competitions. Parents and carers are highly positive about the school and their children's experiences. As one parent wrote, summing up the views of many: 'They are a big school but manage to make every child feel important.' Leaders promote positive learning behaviours extremely well. Pupils work very hard. They adore showing their work to Tommy, the school dog, as a reward. Pupils behave exceptionally well in lessons and around the school. Pupils fully understand the school's 'stars' values of stickability, teamwork, aspiration, respect and stretch. Classrooms are vibrant and excellent places to learn. Playgrounds are active and pupils feel safe. They appreciate the open door of 'Room 5' and the staff there who 'make things better'. Adults listen to pupils carefully. Pupils say that, occasionally, bullying happens. Leaders investigate any claims well and put support in place immediately.

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