Cove Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 17 April 2024

There is an appetite for learning and success at Cove Junior School. Everyone aims high. Pupils know that they are expected to participate and do their best. They strive to meet those expectations. Parents are very positive about the school, which they describe as caring, accommodating and a happy place for their children. Pupils are an active part of the school community. Their voice counts here. Their opinions are sought and valued. This helps pupils to feel included and safe. Pupils are confident that any worries will be addressed. Staff regularly meet with groups of pupils to talk about learning in different subjects. This helps the school understand what is working well and how knowledge is building for pupils. Pupils behave well. They take pride in their work. Pupils are keen to correct any errors and to talk about their learning and knowledge. They work well together solving problems and challenges. Pupils relish the opportunities that abound to be part of the wider life of the school. They discharge their responsibilities diligently, as house captains, sports leaders and book monitors. The school council were inspired by a trip to parliament, which helped to develop their understanding of democracy.

What the school should improve

• Some of the foundation subjects have been more recently revised. In these subjects, the curriculum does not always sufficiently help pupils consistently build on what they already know and can do. This means that not all pupils are learning the curriculum yet as well as intended in these subjects. The school should continue to support teachers in matching and assessing learning more closely as the curriculum embeds.

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