East Bridgford St Peters Church of England Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 April 2022

Pupils all say that they enjoy coming to school. There is an exceptionally wide range of activities to try before and after school, from table tennis to archery. Many pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, take up these rich and varied opportunities. Staff celebrate pupils' achievements, whether as part of a school team or out of school. Relationships between staff and pupils are strong. Pupils understand precisely what bullying is because they have been taught about it. However, they say that it does not happen. They are sure that it would be dealt with if it did. Pupils feel listened to and say that any worries or concerns are dealt with straight away. They are generally attentive in class and usually give of their best. The atmosphere around school is calm. Pupils are courteous and polite. Older pupils are proud to help younger ones, such as when they serve them dinner at lunchtime. Most pupils listen with interest during collective worship and can explain how they can live happily together and make a difference to the world.

What the school should improve

• Leaders have introduced a new phonics scheme. This is not yet completely embedded. Some pupils' reading books do not match with precision the sounds that they know. Leaders should continue to refine the school's approach so that there is complete fidelity to the scheme. They should make sure that the books that pupils have to read give them the chance to practise blending the sounds that they securely know.
• The curriculum is in place for all subjects. However, in some subjects, pupils do not get the opportunity to revisit prior learning. Staff do not know well enough what pupils can recall. Leaders should make sure that all staff know precisely what they want pupils to remember in all subjects. They should make sure that teachers check that pupils remember this and that subject leaders get the support that they need to further develop their curriculums.
• The new early years curriculum is at an early stage of implementation. Leaders have not yet made explicit exactly what they expect children to know and be able to do in all areas of learning. Leaders should continue to refine the curriculum to make sure that it defines with precision the sequence of learning in all the prime areas.

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