Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 June 2024

Pupils are polite and considerate at this friendly and welcoming school. High ambitions for all pupils, regardless of their individual starting points, ensure that pupils thrive in the highly inclusive environment. The school's relentless focus on doing the best for all pupils and families is exemplary. It is both academically ambitious and deeply caring. Pupils receive an exceptional quality of education, which means they get the best possible start in life. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. Right from Nursery, children are kind and caring. Pupils and staff have respectful and positive relationships. Pupils consistently meet the school's high expectations for behaviour in lessons and demonstrate sociable, responsible conduct at breaktimes. Pupils recognise difference and understand the importance of treating everyone equally. One pupil said, 'we are all unique, but we still have equal rights'. Pupils value their time in school. Pupils flourish in the dynamic and highly engaging learning environment. They engage in lessons enthusiastically, showing perseverance and determination. This helps all pupils to learn well. The meticulous and deliberate planning of educational visits enhances pupils' enjoyment of learning. Pupils talk passionately about these experiences. For example, pupils described the recent visit to the coal mining museum as 'an adventure'. Leaders take extensive steps to ensure that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), access these activities.

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