Fair Field Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 March 2023

Pupils thrive at Fair Field Junior School. Pupils know that they are valued and cared for by dedicated staff. Pupils thoroughly enjoy learning and are motivated by the vast range of wider opportunities on offer. Pupils respond well to the high standards their teachers have and take immense pride in their work. They relish the chance to develop their talents and interests as part of 'crews'. Many pupils attend school clubs. Pupils talk about the positive 'energy' around school. Pupils take an active part in school life. They appreciate their views and ideas being listened to. Pupils take on leadership roles, from 'meeters and greeters' to being 'eco-warriors'. They benefit from trips to the theatre, taking part in local and county sports and dance competitions, meeting a local author and learning about famous artists. Pupils understand equality and fairness. They respect and follow the school rules. Pupils can fully focus on their learning in class and play together well, with older pupils acting as 'buddies' to those in lower years. This helps younger pupils settle in quickly. Pupils show high levels of respect for each other. Bullying is therefore rare. Pupils know staff would help them if it did happen.

What the school should improve

• Leaders have recently updated a few of the foundation subjects. As these few subjects are in the early stages of embedding, some pupils are not yet recalling the detailed knowledge leaders intend. Leaders need to continue to ensure teachers are clear on the specific knowledge they want pupils to know in these subjects. Teachers need to ensure that they then check pupils have secured this detailed knowledge before moving on to new learning, and leaders need to monitor that this happens.

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