The School Development Plan
The school development plan is put together at the end of the academic year after the school has evaluated itself.
This evaluation is carried out by taking on board information from:
- subject co-ordinators,
- the most recent assessment information,
- the most recent OFSTED report,
- discussions with governors and,
- the Senior Management Team.
Once reviewed, a School Evaluation Form (SEF) is written and actions are put together for the following year.
The priorities of our development plan this year are
- to improve the achievement of all pupils in writing
- to improve the achievement of pupils in maths
- to improve provision for SEND pupils
- to review the curriculum
- to develop capacity within the leadership team
- to fully implement the behaviour policy
- to develop pupils’ independence, aspirations and sense of responsibility
Further information:
Supportive Leadership: Staff are positive about the school’s leaders and the professional support they receive. Governors and representatives of the local authority know the school well and bring valuable skills to their roles.
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Effective Mathematics Curriculum: The recently refreshed mathematics curriculum is well-planned, helping pupils build their understanding with regular opportunities to recap knowledge and address misconceptions.
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Caring Environment: Staff care for pupils well, providing an ambitious learning environment where pupils feel safe and supported by trusted adults.
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Ambitious Curriculum: The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum that helps pupils deepen their knowledge and prepares them well for the next stage of their education.
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Reading Focus: The school has prioritized developing a love of reading among pupils, creating a literature-rich environment and supporting pupils to become confident, fluent readers.
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Strong Early Years Provision: The early years curriculum is well-planned, supporting and challenging children’s interests, with a clear focus on personal, social, and emotional development.
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Effective Safeguarding: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with well-trained staff who know the pupils and community well, reporting concerns in a timely manner and working successfully with external agencies to support pupils and their families.
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Comprehensive Personal Development: The school offers a comprehensive personal, social, and health education curriculum that includes opportunities for pupils to explore life in modern Britain.
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Positive Attitudes: Pupils are eager to learn and have positive attitudes towards their lessons, with a calm and purposeful atmosphere evident in classrooms.
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Empowered Staff: Subject leaders are knowledgeable and passionate, inspiring teachers and delivering exceptional physical education where pupils engage in precise learning activities and enjoy success in inter- and intra-school events.
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