Summerfield School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 June 2022

Summerfield is a happy, inclusive and nurturing school. The school's vision, 'The Best You Can Be - Everyone, Every Day', runs throughout the building. Pupils speak highly about the help that they receive from the staff. Parents and carers are supportive of the school. One parent said: 'I am very happy with the school. The teachers are very kind. They help my child in everything.' Leaders set high expectations for the pupils. They are relentless in their determination that all pupils should flourish. Pupils have positive attitudes towards their learning. Behaviour in the classroom and around the school is strong. Staff are good at helping those pupils who need extra help or guidance to behave well. The relationships between staff and pupils are respectful. On the playground, pupils play together well. They say that they feel safe in school and parents agree. Pupils say that bullying is rare. However, they are confident that staff would deal with it immediately if it happened. The school grounds enable pupils to enjoy the open spaces, including the adventure playground. Pupils have access to a range of activities at breaktimes. Pupils say they enjoy their learning and attending various clubs.

What the school should improve

• The curriculum highlights the important content and knowledge pupils need to learn, but this is not broken down precisely and clearly in all subjects. This means that pupils do not always learn the key knowledge that they require. Leaders should consider all the detailed knowledge and skills that pupils, including those with SEND, need so they progress well in all subjects.

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