Robert Miles Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 February 2025

This school is ambitious for all pupils to be successful and to flourish with confidence. Pupils achieve well. The school's high expectations of behaviour create a positive environment for learning. Pupils need few, if any, reminders to concentrate on their studies. Staff ensure that the curriculum is interesting. They support pupils well to be curious and enthusiastic about learning. Pupils ask relevant, probing questions to deepen their own understanding of what is taught. Pupils' attitudes to learning are strong. Pupils are very proud of the school's 'REACH' values. They understand and act on them. They appreciate the important links between the school's values and other principles, such as what it means to be a good citizen. Pupils have high regard for 'equality' because they strongly believe that people should be treated equally. The school promotes a positive ethos and a culture of care. Staff provide strong pastoral support to pupils. Pupils are confident in the trusted adults they can turn to with any worries. Parents and carers appreciate the support that their children get and the warm welcome they receive. Many parents would recommend the school to others. Pupils are happy and safe.

What the school should improve

• A few pupils, including disadvantaged pupils, are absent from school too frequently. As a result, they miss important learning and have gaps in their knowledge and understanding. The school should ensure that pupils attend often and benefit fully from the school's high-quality education.

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