Ranworth Square Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents and pupils

This is a good school Since the previous inspection, the sudden and tragic loss of the school's long-serving headteacher has led to changes in leadership. Leaders and governors have worked determinedly to ensure that the school continues to provide a good quality of education. Leaders, governors and staff have a shared passion to provide the best possible care and education for pupils.

Staff feel valued and supported to improve their skills. Pupils make good progress during their time at the school across a range of subjects. Progress in writing, although improving, is not as strong as in reading and mathematics.

Teachers plan interesting activities which enga...ge pupils in their learning. This helps to promote pupils' good progress. On occasion, teaching does not provide sufficient challenge or opportunity for pupils to deepen their understanding.

Some middle and subject leaders, including the special educational needs coordinator, are new to their roles. Their skills are developing but are not yet fully effective in monitoring and evaluating progress in their areas of expertise. Children make good progress in early years.

Recent improvements to teaching have ensured that an increasing proportion of children are well prepared for the transfer to Year 1. Leaders provide a broad and balanced curriculum which promotes much effective learning. Pupils learn the importance of British values and are respectful of others.

Pupils show pride in their school. They behave well and show positive attitudes to their learning.

Information about this school

This is a smaller than average primary school.

Nearly all pupils are of White British heritage. The proportion of disadvantaged pupils eligible for the pupil premium is well above the national average. The proportion of pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities is above average.

The proportion of pupils who have a statement of special educational needs or an education, health and care plan is below the national average. In 2016, the school met the government's current floor standards, which are the minimum expectations for pupils' attainment and progress. The school operates a breakfast and after-school club.

The acting headteacher took up post in September 2017, following the sudden death of the permanent headteacher. The acting headteacher had previously held the post of deputy headteacher at the school. The school receives support from a national leader of education.