Eastwood Community School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 February 2023

Community and relationships are at the heart of this school. It is a place that 'nurtures healthy, happy, lifelong learners'. Parents and pupils value the extra support that they are given by staff and describe it as a 'brilliant' place. The family centre is a thriving hub that supports many pupils, their families and the wider community. People benefit from spending time in the 'warm space' and access the many learning opportunities, from understanding the importance of 'incredible beginnings' to supporting mental health and well-being. Leaders successfully 'build a brighter future together' and improve life opportunities for all their pupils. Leaders know their school and community well. They have developed an 'inclusive and experiential' curriculum that is adapted to the needs of the pupils. Development of vocabulary is a strong feature of this curriculum. Leaders have clear and high expectations of pupils' behaviour and promote positive relationships. Pupils behave well and are polite and respectful. They understand bullying and say that it is rare, but when it does occur staff are good at resolving it. Staff use nurture rooms and careful class organisation well to give those pupils who need extra support, time to take a break and re-focus.

What the school should improve

• Leaders have not identified the most important knowledge that pupils need to learn in some foundation subjects. Leaders should map out this knowledge clearly so that pupils learn well across all subjects.

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