Etching Hill CofE Primary Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 December 2023

Pupils, staff, and parents and carers are extremely proud of their school. They describe the school as a caring and happy family where everyone is valued. Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning and understand the high standards expected of them. Pupils rise to these expectations confidently and are motivated to do well now, and when they leave this school. The school's aim of ensuring that pupils 'flourish and thrive' means that learning is exciting and purposeful. Pupils speak enthusiastically about the support they receive with both their learning and with their wider needs. They know that 'good learners' show resilience when they find things difficult and a curiosity to want to deepen their understanding. Indeed, such characteristics are displayed in classrooms where 'learning without limits' is the expected approach. Pupils contribute to their wider community by caring for those less fortunate than themselves. They are encouraged to 'shine and make a difference to others and the world' and many do. Pupils know that every member of the school community should be 'valued for who they are', and their differences celebrated. There are a wide range of extra-curricular activities on offer, such as STRIVE club, where pupils demonstrate care for their school and local environment. Pupils' wear smiles on their faces when they speak of their time in school. This is indeed a school where pupils thrive.

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