Meadow Wood School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 29 March 2023

Pupils are welcomed warmly into this small, inclusive school. They are eager to arrive at school to take part in their learning and be with their friends. Pupils flourish under the vigilant and caring adult community. Over time, they grow in confidence and independence. Pupils access a curriculum that is tightly linked to their varied starting points and previous experiences. Teaching is adapted and adjusted effectively for their needs. Pupils' learning and physical needs are very well met. Pupils are well supported to ensure that they can communicate their views, aspirations and interests. They are helped to use a variety of communication aids to do this. There are plenty of opportunities for pupils to socialise and be with their friends. They get on very well with each other. Pupils say there is no bullying at all. Pupils access a range of trips and experiences, including the zoo and a local arts centre. They enjoy music or take part in sports events like the 'panathlon'. The school council represents pupils and supports them to have a view in how the school is run.

What the school should improve

• On occasion, some staff do not choose the most helpful approaches to support pupils to learn, including in phonics. This means, in those instances, learning is either trickier or easier for pupils than it should be. Pupils do not learn as much or as well as they could. Leaders should ensure that all staff are well trained to identify the most effective activities, tasks and resources to support pupils' to learn well.

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