Ofsted hails 'welcoming' Ellesmere Port school with 'happy' pupils
Inspectors were full of praise
Meadow Primary School in Great Sutton(Image: Google Street View)
A primary school with "happy" children and "proud" staff has been praised by inspectors. Meadow Primary School in Great Sutton, Ellesmere Port, 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.
Meadow, which caters for 425 pupils, was judged to be at a 'strong standard' for attendance and behaviour, early years, inclusion, leadership and governance, and personal development and well-being. It was also considered to be at the expected standard for achievement and curriculum and teaching.
The Ofsted report - published last month - states: "Pupils are happy at this inclusive and welcoming school and attend well. They benefit from positive relationships with warm and caring staff. Pupils know there are trusted adults who they can speak to about any worries or concerns. This fosters a deep sense of safety and belonging.
"Pupils enjoy learning new information and appreciate the many worthwhile learning opportunities that the school provides. The school identifies any barriers to learning quickly and puts in place effective support. This ensures that pupils across the school, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who are disadvantaged, achieve well.
"Children in the early years are well prepared for key stage 1, and pupils in Year 6 are typically ready for their secondary education. Pupils are kind and considerate. They are supportive of one another and know what it means to be a good friend. Pupils play cooperatively with each other at breaktimes."
It adds: "Pupils enjoy coming to school. The school carefully tracks absence and responds quickly when absence is a concern. It works successfully with pupils and their families to overcome any barriers to attendance. This means that pupils attend regularly. Their attendance is above average and has returned to pre-COVID pandemic levels.
"Staff speak very positively about working at the school. They feel well supported by leaders, who consider workload and wellbeing when making decisions. Staff say the school provides effective support for their wellbeing and ensures that their workload is manageable. They are proud to be a part of the school community."