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SOME QUOTES FROM OUR LAST OFSTED REPORT
Whilst as a school we are continually looking for ways to improve, it is pleasing when an Ofsted Inspection confirms your judgements of the school’s strengths. These extracts from the full report, which can be found online, pick out some of the features that we feel make Cherry Orchard Primary School so special.
“Pupils are polite and respectful to each other and to the adults who work in the school. They say that they feel safe and happy, both in the lessons and on the playground.”
“Teachers have high expectations of pupil behaviour, and relationships are very positive. As a result lessons are very calm and proceed at a good pace with few interruptions.
“Teachers encourage the pupils to collaborate and discuss their views”
“Lessons are interesting and motivate the pupils...the pupils respond positively and are keen to answer their teachers’ questions. Often the teachers skilfully develop this into an extended dialogue which enhances the pupils’ learning and their understanding.”
“The quality of pupils’ writing – notably that of many boys – has flourished as a result of the many steps taken to improve it.”
“The curriculum provides the children with a broad and interesting range of activities. Art and Music have a high profile and make a strong contribution to pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.”
OFSTED REPORT June 2012