Moorlands Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 16 May 2023

Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to achieve well academically and to become well-rounded individuals. Pupils embody the school value of making the most of every opportunity. Many pupils work hard and achieve well during their time at the school. Pupils benefit from the positive relationships that they enjoy with each other and with staff. They told the inspector that their strong friendships help to make them feel happy and safe in school. Pupils trust that staff will listen to their concerns and help them. Staff have high expectations of pupils' behaviour. Many pupils are keen to live up to these expectations. Pupils who need extra help in managing their emotions are well supported by staff. There are effective systems in place to identify bullying. On the rare occasions that bullying occurs, leaders deal with it quickly. Pupils benefit from taking on additional responsibilities within school. Pupils in the different school ministries play an active role in helping to inform decisions about school life. Pupils appreciate the importance of giving back to their community through activities such as fundraising for a local homeless charity.

What the school should improve

• In some areas of the curriculum, teachers do not design activities that enable pupils to deepen their understanding of key concepts. This means pupils' learning is not fully secure. Leaders should ensure that staff have the subject knowledge that they need to deliver the curriculum and help pupils to know and remember more.

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