Beeston Rylands Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 November 2023

This is a happy, well-led school at the heart of the local community. Parents have full confidence in the school. As one parent said: 'This is a very caring school, where all the children are nurtured and valued as individuals.' The school has high expectations for learning and behaviour. Most pupils meet these expectations. Pupils achieve well, particularly in mathematics and reading. They embrace the school's focus on 'responsibility' and 'kindness'. Pupils are friendly and courteous. Most behave well in class and around the school. They know that they can talk to an adult if anything is worrying them. As a result, pupils feel safe and happy in school. Pupils and parents say that the school takes effective action to deal with any bullying. Relationships are positive and motivating. The school encourages pupils to follow their dreams, nurturing pupils' talents and interests. This applies to the curriculum and to wider school experiences. Special visitors, from storytellers to archaeologists, help to inspire pupils. The school supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) well. Pupils with SEND access the same learning opportunities as their peers. They take part in every aspect of school life. This includes serving in leadership roles.

What the school should improve

• The behaviour of a very small number of pupils falls below the high expectations of the school. This occasionally impacts on the learning of other pupils. The school should ensure that the behaviour policy is implemented consistently by all staff to help all pupils behave well.
• Pupils' understanding of British values is underdeveloped. Some pupils do not remember the British values they have been taught. The school should ensure that all pupils have an age-appropriate depth of understanding of the key British values.

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