Rockcliffe First School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 February 2024

Pupils love attending this school. From the moment they arrive, they are welcomed into the 'Rockcliffe family'. Pupils grow in confidence and learn to be considerate of others. They learn and play happily together. The saying 'Every day is kindness day' is heard throughout the school. Pupils try hard to live up to it. Staff know pupils and their families exceptionally well. The support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is very effective. These pupils play a full part in all aspects of school life and achieve strong outcomes. The youngest children make a great start to their education in the Nursery class. They are quick to learn routines. Through activities such as 'beach school', they develop independence and resilience. Older pupils enjoy taking on responsibilities such as being 'wellness gurus' or school councillors. Behaviour in lessons and outside the classroom is exemplary. Pupils strive to meet leaders' high expectations. They enjoy their lessons and work hard. They achieve high standards in most subjects. Pupils feel safe at school. Incidents of bullying are rare and dealt with quickly. Pupils are very knowledgeable about risks to their safety when online. They know when and how to seek help if they feel worried or upset.

What the school should improve

• In a few foundation subjects, pupils do not remember content as well as they do in subjects such as mathematics or art. This is because, in these subjects, the curriculum does not provide regular opportunities for pupils to revisit and apply their knowledge across different programmes of study. The school should continue to review these subjects, ensuring that key learning is reinforced more regularly within each key stage.

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