Rivers Education Support Centre

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 31 October 2023

Pupils are warmly greeted as they arrive at the 'Rivers'. They feel valued and respected. This is important as pupils seek to reignite an interest in learning. Staff know all pupils well. The clear guidance and nurture they provide quickly builds the trust of pupils. Pupils are happy and feel safe at school. A calm atmosphere permeates the school. There are no raised voices or any type of disruption. Pupils' behaviour is exceptional. High levels of respect result from clear expectations of all staff. Staff act as excellent role models. Pupils know they can always seek advice or help from adults. They are confident the support they receive resolves any of their concerns. Pupils actively contribute to helping improve the school environment. Examples of their artwork makes for attractive displays around the building. Pupils of all ages help in the construction of sandpits, barbeques and the school's allotment beds. Parents are positive about the contribution the school has made to their child's education. They use words and phrases, such as 'never giving up' and 'going above and beyond', to describe their own experiences.

What the school should improve

• In some curriculum plans, the key knowledge lacks some clarity in how it builds towards identified end points. This means that not all staff fully understand the small steps that secure pupils' knowledge and ensure that it builds successfully on prior learning. Leaders should ensure that all their curriculum plans identify the important knowledge that ensures pupils make the strongest progress in their learning.

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