Parklands Infant and Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 March 2025

This school is one big happy family. Pupils' behaviour around the school is of a very high standard. They are keen to demonstrate that they are 'Parklands People' by being respectful, positive, safe, polite, kind and important. Pupils use a shared language to help them express their feelings. They have strong relationships with staff and know they can talk to one of them if they need help. Pupils are confident that staff will resolve any issues they may have. As a result, pupils feel safe. Pupils know that the school has high expectations of them. They rise to the challenge of always doing their best. They know that learning helps to 'grow your brain' so that you can know more. Pupils have positive attitudes to their learning and achieve well. Pupils enjoy the extensive range of extra-curricular clubs. As well as several sport clubs, they relish the chance to take part in axe throwing, fire building and developing their sculpting skills. Many parents and carers appreciate the support and the learning opportunities that the school provides. One parent, typical of many, commented that, 'Both my children have made fantastic progress, have been challenged academically and have thrived in this brilliant school.'

What the school should improve

• Opportunities for pupils to remember and revisit what they have learned have only been introduced recently. These strategies are not used consistently by staff to support pupils' learning. As a consequence, in some subjects, pupils cannot recall key information that they need for their next steps. The school needs to ensure that staff make consistent and effective use of the agreed strategies to help pupils remember what they have learned in every subject.

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