Alexandra Infant School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 12 September 2023

Pupils are proud members of this inclusive, warm and nurturing school. They are happy, feel safe and enjoy learning. Pupils know to talk to an adult if they have any concerns or worries. They behave well in lessons and around the school. This is because of the caring and respectful working relationships between pupils and staff. Staff promote the school's ambitions consistently so that they inspire pupils and help them to succeed. They have high expectations of what pupils can and do achieve, both academically and personally. This includes all pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils have a variety of opportunities and experiences to broaden their personal development, for instance visitors, events such as dance and history workshops, and the life tent. Staff develop pupils' cultural understanding well, including through international week and African storytelling. Pupils have many opportunities to be involved in fundraising for charities that are relevant to their local community as well as larger national events. Leaders encourage pupils to learn about the school's core values, such as being respectful and caring. For example, pupils take part in themed weeks and days such as Anti-Bullying Week and 'Odd Socks Day'.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, the activities pupils complete do not ensure that the aims of the intended curriculum are implemented consistently. This means that pupils recall activities they have done rather than important subject-specific content. The school should support subject leaders and teachers so that they support pupils to develop their understanding to be fully ready for future learning in all subjects.

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