Churchdown Parton Manor Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 23 May 2023

Pupils are happy and safe. They have warm relationships with each other, and with staff. Pupils value projects which foster a sense of community, such as the 'growing hope' wall of memories. Parents say their children are safe and well cared for. Pupils appreciate the many ways that leaders celebrate their personal successes. For instance, pupils talk enthusiastically about 'golden leaf' awards. The Year 6 'hall of fame' recognises pupils' contributions when they leave the school. Pupils feel that leaders listen to their ideas, such as how to manage activities during play times. Staff encourage pupils to develop qualities such as resilience and teamwork. Pupils are keen to demonstrate the school's eight 'gem powers'. They enjoy being custodians of the 'gems' in their 'houses'. They talk excitedly about mascots, such as the 'helpful hedgehog' and the 'bounce-back badger'. Pupils have positive attitudes to learning. They enjoy the wide range of clubs and activities that the school offers. Parents are positive about the school. They appreciate the help that staff give to pupils. The great majority of parents would recommend this school to others.

What the school should improve

• Leaders sometimes do not provide precise enough information to help teachers adapt the curriculum for pupils with SEND. Where this is the case, a small number of pupils do not make the progress through the curriculum of which they are capable. Leaders should ensure the information provided to staff is more precise.
• Some pupils do not have a wide understanding of subject-specific vocabulary. Therefore, they sometimes find it difficult to express their ideas confidently. Leaders should ensure that the curriculum helps these pupils to develop their depth and range of vocabulary.

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