Hanbury CofE First School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 February 2024

Pupils are happy and safe at Hanbury C of E First School. Pupils enjoy the experiences of learning in a rural setting. They appreciate the spectacular views of the fields surrounding their school. They are proud to be members of their school community. The school has high expectations for what pupils can achieve. Most pupils learn the curriculum very well. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Lessons are appropriately adapted to support pupils within lessons. This means most pupils with SEND learn effectively alongside their peers in class. All pupils exemplify their core Christian values of friendship, respect, kindness, trust, forgiveness and endurance. Unkind behaviour is very rare. Concerns are followed up quickly. Pupils show great care for each other. All pupils across school play respectfully together during breaktime. Older pupils are role models for younger pupils. Positive relationships and friendships are very important here. Pupils are quick to spot others using the friendship bench. This is where pupils go if they want someone to play with. Some pupils are given additional responsibilities, such as play leaders. Pupils experience a wide range of activities from the very start. The school carefully plans these activities to support pupils' wider development. For example, children in Reception are taught how to ride a bike. Pupils know the importance of healthy eating and exercise.

What the school should improve

• Some curriculum areas have only recently been implemented. This means that leaders do not yet know the impact of the new curriculum areas on pupils' learning. Leaders should continue their plans to embed the new curriculum and ensure that it has the desired impact on pupils' knowledge.

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