Motcombe Infants' School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 February 2023

Leaders have high ambition for all pupils. The purposeful and well-considered learning environment promotes pupils' learning successfully. Pupils rise to the challenges set by their teachers and show interest in what they study. All pupils are supported to learn well across the curriculum. Pupils' behaviour is impressive. They are polite, caring and respectful towards each other and the adults within school. Pupils are adamant that there is no bullying at the school. They know they can speak to an adult in school if they have any worries. Leaders deal with incidents of unkind behaviour effectively. Pupils are happy and feel safe. Playtimes are sociable and harmonious occasions. One pupil commented, 'We are kind to each other and if we see someone alone in the playground, we ask them to play with us.' Pupils look forward to the after-school clubs. These include nature, tennis, rugby, karate, football and choir. Leaders encourage pupils to learn about and understand the world around them. This is reflected in the school's ethos, 'helping people because we can.'

What the school should improve

• In the most recent national assessments, disadvantaged pupils did not achieve as well as those in previous cohorts. Leaders should ensure that the strategies that are in place are embedded so that all pupils are learning what is expected.

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