Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 May 2025

Pupils bounce happily into school each morning. They enjoy learning and playing with their friends. They look forward to the exciting range of events the school provides. Within this inspection, pupils were enthusiastically preparing for Victory in Europe Day celebrations. Staff get to know each pupil and their families very well. Families are very appreciative of all the ways in which the school supports and includes them in school life. The school has consistently high expectations for every pupil's achievement. Staff know reading is vital to pupils' educational success and ensure pupils get off to a strong start on their reading journeys. Pupils behave extremely well in lessons and at playtimes. This is because staff ensure consistent routines and expectations from the start. Pupils are active, enthusiastic learners. They are attentive to their teachers and take pride in their high achievements. Thinking of others becomes second nature for pupils as a result of the nurturing environment the school provides. Pupils contribute to the school in a range of ways. They proudly take on classroom helper jobs, for example, collecting fruit and milk for their classes. An active pupil council takes a key role in further improving aspects of school life, driven by their strong sense of fairness.

What the school should improve

• In some foundation subjects, the curriculum is too broad and wide ranging. This makes it harder for teachers to focus their teaching on the most important knowledge and skills that pupils need to secure for later success. The school should review and refine the curriculum to clarify this important knowledge they want pupils to gain securely so that teaching can be even more impactful.

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