Crabtree Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 29 November 2023

Pupils here have 'G.R.I.T' in abundance. The values of 'growth', 'resilience', 'independence' and 'teamwork' are golden threads that run through the school. Pupils draw on their resilience when faced with challenges in class or on the sports field. A plethora of opportunities to be leaders are hungrily accepted by pupils, who want to make their school the best it can be. They thrive in roles such as diversity leaders, play leaders or peer mediators. These opportunities support pupils to become active and responsible citizens. Pupils behave in an exemplary manner. They have strikingly positive attitudes to their learning. They love sharing talents, be they musical, sporting or teaching others how to speak another language. The 'hive' provides a space where skilled adults work to help pupils who need support with emotional needs. Pupils delight in caring for Bodhi, the much-loved school dog. He is always on hand to offer support to anyone who might be feeling sad. Pupils realise adults' high expectations each day. Pupils develop detailed knowledge and skills across the whole curriculum. Whether an understanding of defensive principles in lacrosse or detailed knowledge of geographical processes, pupils leave the school at the end of Year 6 with a rich and well-rounded body of knowledge.

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