Basildon C.E. Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents and pupils

This is a good school. In the Early Years Foundation Stage, children make a strong start in their learning. Most pupils make good progress in Key Stages 1 and 2, including those pupils with special educational needs.

The quality of teaching is good and some is outstanding. The progress of pupils is checked carefully and well-judged support is given if a child risks falling behind. The teaching of reading and pupils' enjoyment of books are strengths of the school.

The school offers pupils a range of lively topics for study and clubs and visits are enjoyed by pupils. The school is a welcoming place to be and pupils feel safe. Pupils' behaviour is calm and though...tful, they enjoy being at school and attendance is high.

Parents and carers are closely involved in the day-to-day work of the school, which is at the heart of the village community. Leaders and managers are committed to improving further the quality of education. The governing body plays a particularly strong role in driving forward many key aspects of the school's work.

It is not yet an outstanding school because : Teachers do not consistently provide work which makes the more-able pupils think hard, or allow pupils to explore ideas in ways of which many are capable, Some marking of pupils' work is of a high quality, but not all teachers reach this standard. Middle leaders are still developing their roles. They have not yet improved the quality of teaching and learning as much as they could.

Information about this school

Basildon C of E Primary is smaller than the average primary school. It has expanded slightly since the previous inspection, although cohort sizes vary. There is an on-site pre-school provision, not managed by the school's governing body.

The latest report can be found on the Ofsted website. The proportion of pupils known to be eligible for extra funding through the pupil premium is well below the national average. This funding is aimed at pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds.

The proportion of pupils supported at school action is well-below average. The proportion of pupils at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs is broadly average. The school meets the current government floor standards, which set the minimum expectations for pupils' attainment and progress.