Dulwich Hamlet Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 March 2023

Pupils thrive at this school. Leaders have developed a 'glittering curriculum' which is broad, balanced and stimulating. This curriculum succeeds in developing pupils' curiosity, independence and resilience. Teachers are skilled at making sure that classroom activities are engaging and challenging for pupils. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who are very well supported to access the full curriculum. Pupils achieve very well so that they are well prepared for the next steps in their education. A carefully thought-out programme of enrichment activities supports pupils' learning and develops their talents. Leaders make sure that pupils from all backgrounds access these opportunities and take up is high; for example, over a third of all pupils come to choir practice before school starts every Wednesday. Many pupils take on leadership responsibilities. Pupils enjoy coming to school and feel safe and happy. This leads to exceptionally positive attitudes to learning and high attendance. Pupils are polite and respectful to each other and to adults. Bullying is very rare, but it is dealt with very quickly if it does happen. Leaders are rightly proud of their school, but are continually striving to improve. This means that staff benefit from highly effective ongoing training and development.

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