East Claydon Church of England School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents and pupils

This is a good school The headteacher has established an ethos underpinned by inclusion and high aspirations. Consequently, staff and pupils alike endeavour to achieve their best.

The governing body gives good support and challenge to the headteacher. Governors have a thorough knowledge of the school and are highly committed to school improvement. The quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good.

This has made a positive difference to the progress that pupils make in reading, mathematics and other subjects. Children in the early years make good progress because they benefit from good-quality teaching. Pupils' behaviour is outstanding.

Pupils a...re impeccable in their courtesy, care and sensitivity to the needs of others. Pupils' enjoyment in their learning is reflected by their above-average attendance and excellent punctuality. Pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is strongly promoted.

Pupils are prepared well for life in modern Britain. Safeguarding takes a very high priority. Staff ensure that pupils are kept safe.

Pupils said that they feel safe and well cared for in school. Vulnerable pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make good progress from their starting points. The curriculum is rich, broad and engaging and meets the needs and interests of pupils exceptionally well.

It is enriched by a wide range of extra-curricular activities. This contributes strongly to pupils' academic, personal and physical development. Current pupils' progress in writing and phonics is not as strong as it should be.

Leaders have begun to act to resolve this weakness.

Information about this school

The school is smaller than most primary schools. Almost all pupils are White British.

The proportion of pupils eligible for funding through the pupil premium is below the national average. The proportion of pupils with SEND is above the national average. The school changed status from a maintained school to a voluntary aided school in September 2016.