The 'caring' Cheshire school where pupils feel 'safe and happy'
Inspectors have had their say
Malpas Alport Endowed Primary School(Image: Google Street View)
A "caring" Cheshire primary school has been praised by inspectors. Malpas Alport Endowed Primary School, in Malpas, underwent an Ofsted inspection in November last year.
It coincided with the Government introducing a new five-point scale to grade the different areas assessed - exceptional, strong standard, expected standard, needs attention and urgent improvement. Ofsted no longer provides an overall effectiveness grade.
The Chester Road school, which caters for 277 pupils, was judged to be at a 'strong standard' for early years and personal development and well-being. It was also considered to be at the expected standard for achievement, attendance and behaviour, curriculum and teaching, inclusion, and leadership and governance.
The Ofsted report - published this month - states: "Pupils enjoy learning at this caring school. They are safe and happy. Pupils attend school well. There are positive relationships between staff and pupils. Pupils know that they have a trusted adult they can talk to if they have any worries.
"The school is calm and orderly. Pupils behave well in lessons and at social times. They know to be respectful to others and have no concerns about bullying. A number of pupils join the school at different times throughout the year. They are warmly welcomed and settle into the school well.
"Children in the early years learn in a supportive and nurturing environment. They quickly develop the knowledge and skills they need to be ready for key stage 1. Leaders understand the additional needs that pupils may have. This helps them to ensure that pupils generally get the support they need to learn well. Pupils appreciate the support that teachers provide in lessons to help them learn.
"Typically, pupils achieve as expected by the end of key stage 2. As a result, this prepares them well for the next steps. Pupils are proud to contribute to the school. For example, they enjoy being school councillors, 'happiness heroes' and taking part in the school choir.
"Pupils have many opportunities to engage with the local community, for example visiting the local care home and taking part in Remembrance Day activities. These opportunities help to prepare pupils for life in modern Britain. Pupils enjoy attending different clubs, such as those for chess and sporting activities. They take part in a range of trips, including residential stays and visits to different places of worship. These opportunities help to broaden pupils' experiences."