Parwich Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents and pupils

This is a good school. As a result of good teaching pupils make good progress in reading, writing and mathematics throughout the school. Children make a good start to school life in Reception.

They make good progress and attainment is above average at the end of their Reception Year. The teaching of early reading is outstanding. A well-above-average percentage of pupils reached the expected level for their age in the newly introduced national reading test for Year 1 pupils.

Disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs make good progress due to effective teaching and the skilful support they receive. Pupils' good behaviour ensures that lessons f...low fluently with minimal disruption. Pupils appreciate the help and support they get from their teachers and other staff.

They feel safe in school and free from all forms of bullying. The headteacher shows good leadership and gets everyone working together and expecting the very best from pupils. Teachers eagerly take on responsibility and do this well.

The governing body knows the school well and shows a high level of commitment. Working closely with the headteacher, it has been instrumental in improving both teaching and achievement since the last inspection. It is not yet an outstanding school because : Teaching is not yet strong enough to lead to outstanding achievement, and the targets set for improving teachers' performance do not focus enough on improving teaching skills to the highest level.

Pupils do not yet have good, regular opportunities to sharpen their literacy and numeracy skills when working in subjects other than English and mathematics.

Information about this school

In this much smaller than average primary school almost all pupils are White British. A below-average proportion of pupils are known to be eligible for the pupil premium.

In this school it provides additional funding for pupils known to be eligible for free school meals. No pupils are educated through alternative provision away from the school site. The proportion of pupils supported at school action is well below average, but the proportion supported at school action plus or through a statement of special educational needs is above average.

The school meets the government's current floor standards, which set the minimum expectations for pupils' attainment and progress. There are two mixed-year classes: one for Reception and Years 1 and 2, and the other for Years 3, 4, 5 and 6. In the mornings there are three classes when pupils from Years 2 and 3 are taught together for English and mathematics.