Bayton CofE Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents and pupils

This is an outstanding school. Pupils achieve exceptionally well. Standards are above average by the time children leave the Reception class, and well above average by Year 6.

Teaching is of a consistently high quality in English and mathematics, so pupils learn skills securely and systematically as they move through the school. Pupils regularly practise and sharpen up their literacy skills in many different subjects. They do not have quite so many chances to use and apply their mathematical skills.

The pupils' behaviour is typically exemplary and they feel very safe in school. They are confident yet polite, work very hard in lessons and are proud of their sch...ool and their achievements. Pupils enjoy many interesting and memorable activities in lessons and a wide range of clubs.

All pupils regularly take part in art and music projects, but their skills in such creative subjects are not built up as well in lessons. Excellent facilities are provided for pupils to play outdoors and learn about the natural environment. The headteacher provides clear, strong leadership and all the staff work together very well as a team.

The governors know the school very well, hold it to account for the standards achieved, and strongly support the headteacher in constantly improving the quality of teaching and learning.

Information about this school

Bayton is a small rural primary school serving the village and surrounding area. Nearly all the pupils are from White British backgrounds and speak English as their first language.

Very few pupils are known to be eligible for the pupil premium. (This provides additional funding for looked-after children, pupils from families known to be eligible for free school meals and those from families with parents in the armed forces serving abroad.) The proportion of disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs is broadly average compared to other primary schools, whether supported at school action, school action plus or through a statement of special educational needs.

An increasing number of pupils join the school from other schools in different year groups. The school has a 'forest-school' area to help pupils explore the natural environment. The school meets the government's current floor standards, which set the minimum expectations for pupils' attainment and progress.

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