Brampton Village Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Key findings

This is a good and improving school. It is led with vision and drive so that pupils receive a well-rounded education, make good progress, succeed in learning and thrive as members of the school community. It is not yet outstanding because : teaching does not consistently challenge all groups of pupils to reach the highest levels they are capable of, particularly in writing.

Pupils achieve well and attainment is above average by Year 6. Their progress has accelerated, particularly in mathematics, and good progress is sustained in all year groups. Pupils know precisely how well they are doing and what they need to do to improve their work.

Good skills in reading are not fully matched by those in... writing, and the school is focusing appropriately on raising attainment in writing. Music is a particular strength. Teaching is thorough, so that basic skills are well established.

Strong foundations are laid in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Throughout the school, teachers engage pupils' interest, hold their attention and motivate them to succeed. Able pupils are challenged, though not consistently so in all lessons.

Pupils are friendly, considerate and respectful. They know and understand the school's expectations and most behave extremely well. They are good learners who concentrate and persevere.

Pupils are safe and happy at school, confident that any inappropriate behaviour will be dealt with swiftly and fairly. Their attendance is above average. The school's leaders are highly effective in identifying where improvement is needed and working to bring this about.

The quality of teaching and learning is monitored closely, and pupils' progress is regularly reviewed. Quick action is taken if individuals or groups of pupils are at risk of underachieving. Teamwork is strong, and the school's partnership with parents and carers is effective in supporting pupils' learning.

Information about the school

The school is a larger-than-average primary school. It serves the village of Brampton and the surrounding area. The proportion of pupils from minority ethnic groups and the proportion who speak English as an additional language are below average.

The proportion of disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs is similar to the national average. A number of pupils come from military families stationed locally. The school meets the government's current floor standards, which set the minimum expectations for pupils' attainment and progress.

The Brambles Pre-School is a private, registered childcare setting that is managed by the school's governing body and shares a building with the school's Reception classes. The Poppies Children's Centre, also on the school site, is separately managed and inspected. Brampton Kids Club Ltd is a registered provider of childcare offering wrap around care on the school site; it is separately managed and inspected.

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