Brookland Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 6 December 2022

Leaders have created a welcoming environment at the school. Staff encourage pupils to build their confidence throughout their time here. Expectations are high. Parents and carers typically said that teachers develop and challenge pupils in equal measure. This supports pupils to express their own opinions and ideas, and 'be the best that they can be'. Pupils are positive and enthusiastic about their learning. Teachers resolve any rare incidences of bullying quickly. Pupils are safe. Teachers, supported by knowledgeable leaders, provide a rich and broad curriculum for pupils. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders have designed a comprehensive personal development programme for pupils. Staff encourage pupils to be good citizens and care for each other. Pupils express their views through the school council. They visit landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament. They are taught about risks and how to keep safe online. Leaders organise many clubs for pupils, including jewellery-making, eco club and dance. Pupils are also encouraged to think about future career possibilities and the world of work.

What the school should improve

• Curriculum thinking is not consistently strong across all subjects. In a few subjects, the knowledge and content that pupils need to know has not been sufficiently broken down in as much detail as it could. In these instances, implementation of the curriculum is less strong. Pupils, including pupils with SEND, do not therefore build their knowledge over time as effectively as they could in all subjects. Leaders should isolate and sequence subject-specific knowledge and skills with greater clarity throughout all subject curriculums.

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