Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 22 February 2023

For many pupils and families, Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School is more than a school, it is part of the heart and soul of the community. Staff know their pupils and community well. They are supportive and help pupils in a variety of ways when they find aspects of life difficult. Pupils are keen to do well in lessons. Staff celebrate the demonstration of positive behaviours by pupils. Pupils are respectful and well-behaved. They understand the expectations that are part of being pupils at 'Ling Bob'. Playtimes and lunchtimes are calm. Pupils talk, play and have fun together. Pupils feel very well supported by staff and know that there is someone close by if they need a chat and help. Bullying is rare and, if it does happen, staff deal with it swiftly. Leaders delve deeply into any pupil behaviour issues that arise so that they offer appropriate support to those involved. Pupils enjoy the additional activities that are on offer. Leaders encourage pupils to try the clubs that are available. As a result, the clubs are well attended. Pupils describe with excitement the food-tasting club, the sporting activities and the educational visits they have been on.

What the school should improve

• Leaders have revised curriculums in history and early reading. They are at varying stages of implementation. It is too soon to evaluate the full impact that the improved plans will have in supporting how well pupils learn and remember the curriculums. Leaders should ensure that the revised curriculums are taught as intended and reviewed to ensure they are improving pupils' learning.

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