Norton Infant School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 16 November 2023

Pupils are proud to be members of the school's community and of the work that they produce. They feel safe in school. Pupils are active members of their 'crew'. These small group meetings for all pupils provide a calm and positive start to the day. Pupils learn the skills required to work as part of a team. They speak confidently about their thoughts and feelings. Adults model ways in which to speak, listen and participate in discussions skilfully. Pupils in all year groups use these skills exceptionally well in their crew groups, in class and in their conversations at breaktimes and lunchtimes. The school's high expectations for all pupils are consistently seen across the day. Pupils behave exceptionally well. They know that it is everyone's responsibility to promote the three school principles: be kind, work hard, get smart. Classrooms are purposeful learning environments. Pupils make mature, thoughtful contributions to lessons. They work well in groups with their peers. The school promotes its expectation that pupils should attend school regularly. Information workshops for parents and carers who are new to the school, as well as regular updates about the importance of high attendance, provide guidance and support to families. Leaders regularly monitor and analyse pupils' absence. Most pupils have high levels of attendance.

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