Altmore Infant School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 27 June 2023

Pupils enjoy coming to school. They are happy and safe here. Pupils respond enthusiastically to the high expectations that staff have for them. Leaders want the best for all pupils. Pupils try hard to live the school values and do their best. Leaders do all they can to make sure pupils attend regularly. Leaders have set high expectations for pupils' behaviour. Behaviour at all times of the day is exemplary. Bullying is rare. Any incidents of bullying are dealt with effectively by school leaders. Pupils trust adults if they need any help. Staff help pupils to enjoy reading. They make sure that pupils benefit from carefully chosen activities that help build their knowledge and understanding across the curriculum. Pupils value the range of clubs, outings and visitors to school. Activities such as author visits and sports clubs allow all pupils opportunities to broaden their interests. These experiences develop pupils' social skills and an understanding of modern Britain. Parents and carers are positive about the work of the school. One parent's comment was typical of many when they said, 'It's a wonderful school and my son is excited to go there.'

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects, leaders have not made sure that the curriculum is well sequenced or coherent. As a result, pupils, including children in the early years, do not remember sufficient essential knowledge. Leaders should ensure that high expectations and curriculum planning are consistent so that pupils can build on prior knowledge and apply it successfully to future learning.

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